Diff'rent Strokes

We've moved to our official website!

2011-07-09T14:05:00.002+10:00

It's all rather exciting, right?

Diff'rent Strokes with Jade and Dave now has a new online home over at: www.diffrentstrokesonline.com

Go check it out, have a poke around and tell us what you think!

Our show is now on Wednesdays 7-8pm on JOY 94.9, still bringing you the best of media and pop culture from the camp and geek. Our podcasts are still available via iTunes and you'll find a special page dedicated to all podcasts on our new website.

Thank you all Strokers for your continued love and support!

Cheers,

Jade and Dave

Hanging With Friends App, Favourite Board Games and Liam Finn

2011-06-29T12:39:00.003+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes... it's our last show on this time slot. In case you haven't heard, we are going "prime time".

Diff'rent Strokes with Jade and Dave will premiere at Wednesdays, 7-8pm on JOY 94.9 starting 6 July.

ONLINE:

Jade starts Hanging With Friends. The app, not literally. Although, when she does she'll probably be dividing her time between that and utilising some app anyway. Looks like we've found a new app obsession!

CULTURE:

Dave and Jade reminisce on their favourite board games and discuss whether games nights have a place in youth culture. Let's face it. They might be moving to a time in their lives where they'd prefer to have mates over for a board games than a wild night out clubbing. What's your favourite board game?

MUSIC:

Jade reviews Liam Finn's latest album FOMO. As his third solo release overall, FOMO has been described as a good collection of breezy indie/pop but will it be a defining record in his discography? Only time will tell.

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Wynter Gordon Interview, Instagram and 5mag

2011-06-22T00:15:00.001+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

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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Seeker Lover Keeper, About.Me and An Idiot Abroad

2011-06-15T13:05:00.003+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

MUSIC:

Jade checks out Seeker Lover Keeper, a trio made up of A-grade indie singer/songwriters Sarah Blasko, Holly Throsby and Sally Seltmann. Think of this as the Young Divas of the indie pop world without the disco covers and struggling solo careers. Seeker Lover Keeper's self-titled LP debuted at #3, making it the highest-selling new album of the week.

ONLINE:

Dave creates a personal home page on About.Me, an online web directory for all his various social networking profiles. Is this the way to go for an overly connected generation of internet users? Check out Dave's About.Me page for a point of reference.

TV:

Jade checks on travel documentary series An Idiot Abroad, starring popular podcaster and author Karl Pilkington, comedians Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant. It's a culture shock experience like nothing you've ever encountered as these blokes travel through China, India, Mexico, Egypt and various places. Hook on your seatbelts, it's time for take off!

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90s Film Icons, 9GAG and One Hit Wonders

2011-06-07T21:29:00.007+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes, it's our special I Love JOY radiothon episode and have we got some treats for you!

Show your love for Diff'rent Strokes and JOY 94.9, Australia's only gay and lesbian radio station, by renewing or taking up a membership.

Do so, and you'll go in the draw to win these fabulous prizes worth over $30,000! Yearly memberships cost: $66 - individual, $88 - families, $33 - concession, $22 - under 18s, and $150 - businesses.

Call 1300 JOY 949 (1300 569 949) to become a member. Make sure you do so during Diff'rent Strokes so we can personally give you a shout out!

To celebrate this special I Love JOY edition, here's what's on tonight's show.

FLASHBACK:

Jade and Dave reminisce on 90s film icons and the defining movies of that era. Anyone say Jodie Foster, Drew Barrymore, Michelle Pfeiffer and Bruce Willis? The list goes on. Who else was reigning the film industry in that era?

ONLINE:

You know we always got your best interest at heart when we suggest you more sites to procrastinate on. Presenting your new internet addiction: 9GAG. It's a website where all the fun of the interwebs go to play. Jade and Dave talk about the popularity of sites like 9GAG and why our parents should just get onto it rather than forwarding us chain emails of funnies.

MUSIC:

Yesterday Dave saw a popular digital music store packaging a "One Hit Wonder" compilation where you can buy these forgotten classics for a little over a dollar. This prompted much discussion about Jade and Dave's favourite one hit wonders and whether there's a similar sentiment applied to indie/underground bands.

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

2011-06-01T10:01:00.006+10:00

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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Geek Pride Day, Born This Way and 8tracks

2011-05-25T11:13:00.006+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

CULTURE:

Today is Geek Pride Day and all who need to know already knows. Jade and Dave ponders on this special day that started back in 2006 and was distinctly chosen to fall on 25 May (the day the first Star Wars movie premiered), and consider how the definition of geek has changed over the years. Is Geek Pride Day representative of all geeks in the community?

MUSIC:

Lady Gaga's Born This Way is without question one of the most intensely anticipated pop releases of 2011. The album was released globally this Monday after being shipped out early to music retailers in Australia last Friday. Hear Dave's thoughts on the record that everyone's talking about tonight. Gritty, camp and more experimental than ever before - Born This Way is the titan artistic statement Mother Monster has been dying to unveil.

ONLINE:

Jade and Dave have openly discussed their thoughts on making music playlists and "mixtapes" before but now is the time to share for real. Our DS duo checks out 8tracks - an internet radio site built on users creating and sharing short eight-track playlists.

Check out our special themed playlists:

Dave's Ice Queen mixtape of cyber-frosty electro pop tracks to soundtrack the winter drive, featuring Annie, Yoko Ono and Sophie Ellis-Bextor.

Jade's Melbourne Mix featuring her favourite home grown indie talents like Architecture in Helsinki, Art of Fighting and Children Collide.

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Gagaville, Angry Boys and Rupaul

2011-05-18T10:30:00.003+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

ONLINE:

Lady Gaga might've said in her Google interview that she wants kids to move away from the computer a little and experience her forthcoming Born This Way album in a real way. And next thing you know, she's struck a deal with Zynga to have her tracks streaming exclusively on Farmville before the album drops next week.

Jade and Dave checks out Gagaville and weighs up the pros and cons of this interesting new digital promo strategy.

TV:

Last week Australians were living for the premiere of Chris Lilley's new TV series: Angry Boys. The mockumentary-style show sees Chris once again play multiple characters in a similar fashion to his previous creations We Can Be Heroes and Summer Heights High. Hear Jade share her first impressions of Angry Boys and its controversial ensemble.

MUSIC:

Dave may have found a new idol in America's legendary drag superstar Rupaul when he started watching Rupaul's Drag Race but nothing could've prepared him for the complete package now that he's experienced Ru's new album: Glamazon.

Think of it as a fierce collection of empowering pop embodying influences from 80s pop, Eurodance and funk.

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My Virtual Girlfriend, Derek Miller's Last Post and The Wombats

2011-05-11T01:44:00.000+10:00

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ONLINE:

Jade gets a Virtual Girlfriend app and it's bringing a little too much Sims realness back into her life. It's a little fun - yes. But the question is, can this thing actually teach us anything about pleasing our woman in real life?

CULTURE:

Blogger Derek Miller's posthumous blog post drew 8 million hits - tonight Dave checks out the personal and uplifting message behind one man's final words, and how social media and blogging became the man's outlet when his four-year battle with cancer took a turn for the worse. Read Derek's last post here.

MUSIC:

Jade reviews The Wombats' brand new album: This Modern Glitch. The eagerly anticipated sophomore album has so far yielded three singles - 'Tokyo (Vampires and Wolves)', 'Jump Into The Fog' and 'Anti-D'. The album debuted and peaked at #2 in Australia and 3 in the UK two weeks ago.

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Wynter Gordon Interview, Melbourne Graffiti Art and Big Gay News

2011-05-04T09:15:00.007+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

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

2011-04-26T22:10:00.005+10:00

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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

2011-04-20T14:24:00.006+10:00

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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Tatiana Interview, Working in Fast Food and That Can Be My Next Tweet

2011-04-13T12:25:00.005+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

MUSIC:

Dave chats with Polish diva Tatiana on her very first Australian radio interview about her debut international single 'Spider Web', cracking the UK and promises of a James Bond-esque album.

You can read the full interview on Dave's Feed Limmy blog after the show.

CULTURE:

Our Diff'rent Strokes divas may be living life in the limelight now but like many young'ins, they started off working in a fast food joint. Tonight they look at the cultural impact of fast food employment on our generation and reminisce a little on the good, the bad and the greasy.

ONLINE:

Jade and Dave checks out "That Can Be My Next Tweet" - this site that predicts your next tweet by scrambling morsels of all your previous Twitter updates. Oh, the mayhem.

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Matt Walters Interview, Last Night Never Happened App and Photoblogging

2011-04-06T13:33:00.006+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

MUSIC:

We chat with upcoming indie pop sensation Matt Walters about his forthcoming LP Farewell Youth, growing pains, and treat ya'll to a live acoustic performance of his new single 'Conversation'.

Farewell Youth arrives in stores on 6 May - we're going right ahead to say it's an essential acoustic pop album for all fans of strummy la la realness.

ONLINE:

No more holding your heads in shame, bitches. There's now an app for the "morning after", designed to eradicate drunk tweets, pics and updates. Presenting: Last Night Never Happened! We won't say no names but one of our Diff'rent Strokes divas could do with this app.

CULTURE:

Dave talks about the photoblogging culture, how to get started and why sharing the beauty of the world around you has never been easier and more appealing. Check out four photoblogs we're currently trawling through:

Cole Rise

Fly From Nearby

Mitchell Fong Photography

Liam Daniel Wright

Above image is by Liam Wright.

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

2011-03-30T11:40:00.009+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

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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Winners & Losers, The Strokes and Your Old Phone.

2011-03-23T11:21:00.003+11:00

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TV:

Dave checks out the sensational new Australian dramedy Winners & Losers and explains why this homegrown creation is one with international appeal. The series essentially revolves around the friendship and lives of four best gal pals who were high school "losers". The first episode kicks off with their reconnection at a 10-year high school reunion which was hosted by their bitchy oppressor.

MUSIC:

Jade checks out The Strokes' much talked about comeback album Angles and discusses their sonics and place in today's indie rock inflected market. The lead single 'Under Cover of Darkness' is already giving us a stir for more.

FLASHBACK:

We're looking at your old mobile phones this week, paying homage to all the functions and features that blew our minds back then. Monophonic ringtones, monochrome screens, Snakes game... buttons? Oh, have we got stories for you.

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Carmen Sandiego, Fan Forums and Clare Maguire

2011-03-16T09:37:00.003+11:00

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FLASHBACK:

Where on Earth is Carmen Sandiego? Is the question, children. Tonight Dave reminisces on the iconic 90s TV show and video game extravaganza that took the world on a super sleuth, globe-trotting experience.

ONLINE:

Jade talks about fan forums - the online culture, the connections we make and the unavoidable intensities that is fandom. Are you part of a fan forum yourself? Shout out to you. Keep stanning hard for whoever you stan for.

MUSIC:

Dave checks out Clare Maguire's gem of a debut album Light After Dark and explains why this British artist is one of the most important new voices to discover in pop this year.

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Mardi Gras, Jessie J and We Farm App

2011-03-09T15:53:00.003+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

CULTURE:

Jade and Dave experienced their first Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras together over the weekend. Tonight we'll hear their thoughts about the parade and atmosphere up in Oxford Street - and to celebrate our duo's first "holiday" together, here's a little video of them living it up at the Mardi Gras Parade, featuring Rin from Rophydoes!

Do the Limmy Shimmy, ladies. Do the Limmy Shimmy.

MUSIC:

Dave checks out British pop sensation Jessie J's debut album - Who You Are - and finds out why she's one to watch for in 2011. The 22-year old has written for the likes of Miley Cyrus, and opened shows for Girls Aloud and Macy Gray. Her current single 'Price Tag' has global hit written all over and it's already getting decent radio support in Australia.

ONLINE:

Jade is big on procrastinating with apps and so it's no surprise that she's bringing another one to our attention: We Farm. Is this the app store's answer to Farmville?

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Generation L, Clients From Hell and Cold War Kids

2011-03-02T10:21:00.004+11:00

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TV:

Jade checks out Australia's first ever lesbian reality drama: Generation L. At this stage, the series is only gonna be made available as webisodes - with the very first episode premiering tonight - but there's whispers that this could arrive on TV soon!

Check out the series trailer here and tune in to hear our first impressions:

"I'm sick of you telling people I'm a starfish... everyone thinks there's something wrong with it and I look like a dud root." Dies.

ONLINE:

Dave brings us the collective groans and facepalms that is Clients From Hell - a blog dedicated to client horror stories submitted by designers. This will undoubtedly lead to discussions of how society values what our creative friends do.

MUSIC:

Jade reviews Cold War Kids' Mine Is Yours album. The indie rockers have teamed up with Grammy-winning producer Jacquire King - the man behind Kings of Leon and Modest Mouse records. Mine Is Yours has, to date, charted as high as #9 in Australia.

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Favourite 90s Cartoons, Lykke Li and Dear Blank Please Blank

2011-02-23T09:18:00.006+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

ONLINE:

Dave checks out Dear Blank Please Blank - a website dedicated to anonymous "Dear... sincerely" submissions of any topic you wish to share. You can vote and categorise other people's Dear Blank submissions but really, you're there for the free LOLZ. Here's an example of a really witty Dear Blank post:

Dear Procrastinator,

Meet Dear Blank Please Blank. You're welcome.

Sincerely, Diff'rent Strokes.

MUSIC:

Jade reviews Lykke Li's forthcoming album Wounded Rhymes, which will be released in Australia this Friday. The Swedish indie singer first caught our attention when she dropped her debut album Youth Novels three years ago, and after all this time, we can finally take a listen to her new album in full now on Lykke Li's Soundcloud page here:

Lykke Li - Wounded Rhymes (Hype Machine Album Exclusive) by LykkeLi

Wounded Rhymes is preceded by two singles - 'Get Some' and the latest, 'I Follow Rivers'.

TV:

Jade and Dave were inspired to revisit their favourite 90s cartoons after this post by long time listener That Boy James. Tonight we'll be rounding up our five favourites - Captain Planet and The Planeteers, Batman: The Animated Series, Daria, Stickin' Around etc. What's your favourite 90s cartoon? Let us know!

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Emily Williams Interview, Chinese Stuff and Angry Birds App

2011-02-16T09:21:00.005+11:00

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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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Kim Jong-Il Looking At Things, US Skins and Dawn Richard

2011-02-09T10:30:00.002+11:00

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ONLINE:

We take a look at Kim Jong-Il Looking At Things - a blog dedicated to, well, the dear leader and his various seemingly blank inspections. Simple minds, simple pleasures. We don't get why this tickles us so but there's something very cute and odd about this collection of press photos showing the man doing nothing but observing things.

TV:

Jade checks out the American adaptation of Skins. Brace yourselves for a rant of grand Richter-scale proportions as our resident fan gives her first impressions of this controversial new series. The US-version premiered late last month - it'll be interesting to see how the show's controversial themes and language have been tailored for a largely conservative North American audience.

MUSIC:

Dave checks out former Danity Kane diva Dawn Richard's free mixtape - A Tell Tale Heart - and talks about her interest in indie/alternative music. Safe to say, we'll probably end up fantasising about a Diff'rent Strokes-style cross-genre experimentation and explore why it would or wouldn't work.

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Bad Travellers, Adele and Smurfs' Village App

2011-02-02T12:31:00.004+11:00

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CULTURE:

Jade returns from her American getaway to share with us her observations of bad travellers. Not to come down hard on folks who aren't accustomed to travelling or anything, it's more about etiquette and handy hints you should take while you're in a foreign land.

MUSIC:

Dave reviews Adele's defining new album: 21. The English soul siren's sophomore album debuted at #1 in the UK this week, and how's this for massive? After just three days on the shelves, the record had outsold the combined sales of all other albums in the Top 10. Bam!

ONLINE:

Jade finds a strange new obsession in the Smurfs' Village App. With the movie coming out this year - starring Katy Perry, who we all know Jade loves and adores* - it's safe to say that we're not alone in this resurgence of Smurfy interest.

*Sarcasm implied.

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Dear Girls Above Me, Hellcats and Aussie Slangs

2011-01-26T14:29:00.003+11:00

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ONLINE:

Imagine turning your biggest annoyance into something of comedic value that's shared by all on the internet. That's exactly what Dear Girls Above Me has done - a blog/Twitter profile dedicated to one man's frustration with the two loud girls that moved into the apartment above him. Check out his hilarious "letters" to them.

TV:

Cheerleaders are arguably not Jade's type but for what it's worth, she's checking out the new American dramedy Hellcats. The premise is about a pre-law student, Marti Perkins, who has no choice but to join a college cheer squad after she lost her scholarship. Cue character clashes, underhanded tactics and rivalry.

CULTURE:

We're celebrating Australia Day with our favourite Aussie slangs! Jade and Dave pull up a shortlist of Aussie slangs that they feel are still relevant in today and urges all Australians to keep a piece of our lexicon. You don't wanna miss this. It would be... un-Australian.

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When Parents Text, Girl Talk and Housesitting

2011-01-19T20:21:00.000+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

ONLINE:

Dave and Jade joins the collective eye roll and LOLZ of When Parents Text - a blog dedicated to the unintentionally funny trials and errors of parental SMSes. This has to be one of our favourites - too funny to share on radio because, well, you need to see it to get it. Radio is a faceless medium. Sad panda.

MUSIC:

Jade checks out American mash up meister Girl Talk's latest offering All Day - a seamless 71-minute long album built on 373 overlapping layers of music samples. Yes, we know it's a few steps away from Jade's preferred strummy la la sonic persuasion but there's something incredibly danceable and clever about GT's mash up stylings that even our lady of indie rock can't help but be amazed.

Grab your free download of All Day here.

CULTURE:

Dave talks about housesitting culture. Why pay rent when you can get around as a housesitter? Our DS duo weighs up the pros and cons of being a sitter and having one's house sat. PS - see above. The only person Jade and Dave will trust their homes with.

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UStream, Asian Envy Interview and Rat Tails

2011-01-12T11:53:00.002+11:00

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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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Future Me, Keri Hilson and Community

2011-01-05T11:42:00.004+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes... hold up. Happy new year for the first show of 2011!

ONLINE:

It's the crack of a new year, why not write a letter to yourself? Jade checks out Future Me - this really beta looking website that allows you to email letters to your future self at a particular date or post it publicly for all to see... anonymously. Got it?

See above: our prediction of what Future Dave will look like when he's tripping out something fabulous after reading his letter from the past.

MUSIC:

Dave reviews Keri Hilson's fierce sophomore album No Boys Allowed and explains why this singer/songwriter (most famous for her appearance on Timbaland's global smash 'The Way I Are') is a force to be reckoned with.

TV:

Jade checks out Community - an American comedy series about a bunch of students in community college and their nitwittery, often purveyed with a strong dose of pop culture references. The show is currently in its second season and Aussies are catching it now on cable network Go!.

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Diff'rent Strokes Best of 2010

2010-12-29T13:02:00.003+11:00

Tonight on Diff'rent Strokes... we're rolling out the red carpet and giving out gongs to our favourite websites/apps, TV shows and songs/albums of 2010. Get ready!

BEST ONLINE:

Jade and Dave will round up their top five websites of 2010 - think: defining blogs, social media sites and because we're a victim of the times, we'll also announce our top five apps of the year too.

Diff'rent Strokes Top Five Websites/Blogs of 2010:

New Twitter

Tumblr

Soundcloud

The Prophet Blog

Rophy Does

Diff'rent Strokes Top Five Apps of 2010:

Words With Friends

Grindr

Skype/Viber

Shazam

Foursquare

BEST TV:

Jade and Dave names their defining TV shows of 2010. Much like a lot of media consumed in 2010 for our Diff'rent Strokes duo, there will be some crossovers (we call it Same Strokes moments up in here) but on a whole, there are some shows that are just beneath Jade and she won't even... find out which shows make the top five tonight.

Diff'rent Strokes Top Five TV Shows of 2010:

Modern Family

Parks & Recreation

Hot In Cleveland

X Factor UK

Lip Service

BEST MUSIC:

This. We can't share a combined top five. No. The music on Diff'rent Strokes has always been a tandem selection of indie and pop chosen by Jade and Dave, and so tonight, our DS pair will name their individual top five songs and albums. Don't trip if we end up with a Same Strokes moment here and there.

Diff'rent Strokes Top 10 Songs of 2010:

The Drums - Book of Stories

Kelly Rowland - Commander

The Naked & Famous - Punching In A Dream

Kylie Minogue - All The Lovers

Arcade Fire - The Suburbs

Gabriella Cilmi - Love Me Cos You Want To

Sia - Be Good To Me

Nicole Scherzinger - Poison

Sleigh Bells - Tell 'Em

Willow Smith - Whip My Hair

Diff'rent Strokes Top 10 Albums of 2010:

Robyn - Body Talk

The Drums - The Drums

Kelis - Flesh Tone

Arcade Fire - The Suburbs

Janelle Monae - The ArchAndroid

Washington - I Believe You Liar

Erika Heynatz - Sweeter Side

Sia - We Are Born

Scissor Sisters - Night Work

Two Door Cinema Club - Tourist History

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Here's to a greater and LOLZier year ahead! Cheers.

Diff'rent Strokes Moments of 2010

2010-12-22T10:34:00.005+11:00

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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Email Etiquette, Coloured Wristbands and Dexter

2010-12-15T01:24:00.006+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

CULTURE:

Jade and Dave discuss email etiquette. Can there ever be too many "xoxo"s and should you really be forwarding chain letters to your boss? We're living in a digital age now where email and online communications are paramount, yet there's still so much confusion and faux pas about how we relay information here. Tonight, we put the smack down on it all.

FLASHBACK:

Dave reminisces on the days when coloured wristbands were all the rage. It may not be such a thing of the past for some people but for us, it was totally the teen fashion accessory to be rocking circa 2004-2006. File under: "When Myspace Was Hot". We'll talk about what each wristband colour denoted and debate whether the meanings were lost on kids.

TV:

Jade belatedly checks out season one of Dexter this week and struggles to get her head around a serial killer protagonist. The American drama premiered back in 2006 and is set to premiere its sixth season next year. Bet you can't wait 'til the new season of tele winds back up again.

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Wynter Gordon Interview, Christmas Parties and espnW

2010-12-08T10:30:00.002+11:00

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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Qrushr, Nicki Minaj and Moving Out

2010-12-01T01:30:00.003+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

ONLINE:

Jade checks out Qrushr, the girl answer to Grindr. How does it differ from the gay counterpart and how do lesbians and gay men differ in their cruising habits? Could this app finally help Jade locate where all the lesbians are in town? We ponder these important questions and such.

MUSIC:

Dave checks out the hype behind Nicki Minaj and her Pink Friday debut. The controversial female rapper has had a good three years of build up to get the album right but her record, just like her presence, has once again split the hip hop community. Dave looks into why fans are hailing her as this generation's new hip hop promise and the hateration she attracts from other female rappers.

CULTURE:

Jade and Dave discuss moving out. Is it just us or is our generation staying home longer than our ancestors? Our Diff'rent Strokes pair will look at today's attitudes toward independence, living at home and how attitudes towards moving out differs in some Asian cultures.

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The Potbelleez Interview, Archie Comics and Damn You Autocorrect

2010-11-23T23:55:00.011+11:00

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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TV Influencing Pop Charts, John Steel Singers and Flirting Online

2010-11-17T13:41:00.002+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

TV:

What's going on here? Robyn on Gossip Girl.

Jade and Dave discuss TV is breaking artists and influencing the pop charts today. Don't get it twisted. This is nothing new! History can attest to how music programs have launched many a pop careers but how has that relationship changed with viewers and music buyers today? We'll cover the Greys Anatomy-type soundtrack successes, talent shows and of course, Glee.

MUSIC:

Jade reviews Brisbane indie band John Steel Singers' debut LP: Tangalooma. The six-piece band has enjoyed steady radio support for their tracks over the past few years and after purveying several EPs and a mini-album, here's the breakthrough album. Tangalooma debuted at #67 in Australia this week.

ONLINE:

Dave is flicking on the webcam and showing a bit of leg. No, he's not. But he could be persuaded to, if you persist. Instead, our Diff'rent Strokes duo will talk about flirting on the interwebs. Think: how we flirt, tease and hook up on social media platforms like Formspring, Twitter, Tumblr and Grindr.

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Blockbuster Culture, Jessica Mauboy and Fringe

2010-11-10T14:18:00.003+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

CULTURE:

How does a movie, a song or TV show rise above the rest and make its mark on our culture? What is it about some arts and entertainment that makes them so iconic to the point where you don't have to consume it to know what it's about? Tonight Jade and Dave will discuss some of the world's biggest movies and shows - and what makes them tick with the masses.

MUSIC:

Dave checks out the eagerly anticipated sophomore album by Jessica Mauboy: Get Em Girls. After slaying the competition with her platinum-selling debut album, J Mally heads over to the States to craft an album worthy of Sasha Fierce's weave and unitards. Tune in to preview several tracks on Dave's album in the blend treatment.

TV:

Jade gets geeky this week for the American sci-fi TV show Fringe and we don't doubt that there'll be some kind of ill-fated comparison to her beloved X Files series. You've been warned. As if the geek chic wasn't quite enough with the sci-fi theme, Fringe also has a comic book offshoot.

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Mike & Molly, The Naked & Famous and Gig Etiquette

2010-11-03T11:18:00.004+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

TV:

Dave checks out the much-discussed new sitcom about two plus-sized people: Mike & Molly. The show follows the life of an overweight police officer and primary school teacher who meet at an Overeaters Anonymous club and their plight to lose weight and dodge the fat jibes from family and friends. We'll also respond to the Marie Claire controversy where writer Maura Kelly calls it "gross" to see "fatties" kissing on TV.

MUSIC:

Jade reviews The Naked & Famous' new album: Passive Me Aggressive You. The indie electro band from New Zealand drops their long waited debut LP following the success of their NZ #1 single 'Young Blood'. The band will be playing in Melbourne tonight and tomorrow night before jetting off to the UK and US later this month.

Check their Myspace for more touring info.

CULTURE:

Jade and Dave discuss gig etiquette. It's all very timely seeing as our Diff'rent Strokes pair will be heading off to see The Naked & Famous after the show but first, let's lay down the house rules on talking, taking photos and singing along.

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Dannii Minogue Interview

2010-10-27T10:22:00.008+11:00

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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Facebook Friending, Lip Service and Good Hair

2010-10-20T14:38:00.005+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

ONLINE:

Jade and Dave has a straight up discussion about Facebook friending, privacy settings and - as all our chat about FB usually ends up - Mama Lim's bizarre social networking antics.

TV:

Jade reviews a new lesbian drama Lip Service. The show follows a group of lesbians in Glasgow and the relationships they form in their world. Could this be better than The L Word and more importantly, will it present an acceptable representation of lesbians on TV?

CULTURE:

Anyone who knows Dave knows that he takes great pride in his hair. This week, our quiffed Diff'rent Strokes diva checks out Chris Rock's Good Hair documentary and explores the relationship the black community has with their hair.

We'll talk weaves, relaxer and extensions - get ready to whip your hurr back and forth.

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Grant Smillie Interview, Morphsuits and Hungry Kids of Hungary

2010-10-13T14:12:00.003+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

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

2010-10-06T09:43:00.003+11:00

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

2010-09-29T11:00:00.003+10:00

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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Shuffler.fm, Junior Masterchef and Hurts

2010-09-22T15:38:00.004+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

ONLINE:

Dave checks out the world's first music blog powered web radio, Shuffler.fm. This nifty little site is broken down into music genres, allowing you to shuffle through tracks (and the accompanying blog posts) in each category. It's a great way to get your music blog out there, and for music fans, you're only ever a click away from discovering new choons.

[Insert subtle cross-promo here: Check out Dave's pop music blog, Feed Limmy]

TV:

Jade got sucked into Junior Masterchef. How, we'll never know. This show is essentially two-parts of Jade's least favourite things: petulant children and reality TV. Hear Jade justify her viewing tonight and probably vow to reclaim her cred by watching more Skins.

MUSIC:

Dave reviews the new album by British synthpop duo: Hurts. Check out what all the excitement's about with their "Happiness" album and single, 'Wonderful Life', in our exclusive album in the blend.

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Interview: Diff'rent Strokes with Jade & Dave

2010-09-15T13:58:00.004+10:00

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

2010-09-08T11:19:00.005+10:00

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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Heather Hogan Interview, X Factor and School Musicals

2010-09-01T18:23:00.003+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes... we're getting all fangirlish!

ONLINE:

Diff'rent Strokes chats with the lovable AfterEllen blogger Heather Hogan! Join Jade and Dave as Heather answers all your fangirl questions... Skins was bound to come up.

The full interview will be available on podcast soon - featuring an exclusive duet between Dave and Heather Hogan. We kid you not.

TV:

The larger-than-Idol talent show franchise that is X Factor has returned to Australia this week. The show's second coming features judges - Kyle Sandilands, Natalie Imbruglia, Ronan Keating and Guy Sebastian. Tonight Dave undresses the hype and ponders whether Australia has indeed got the X Factor.

FLASHBACK:

Dave just got back from a school musical this afternoon, prompting flashbacks to his high school years and many awkward school productions. Tonight we'll reminisce and pull back the curtains to our early years under the spotlight!

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Shazam App, Feast of Fun and Washington

2010-08-25T13:36:00.003+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

ONLINE:

What's Jade supposed to do when she's out doing Domestic Goddess stuff like grocery shopping and Dave isn't around to tell her what song's playing in store? She gets out her Shazam - an app that takes a sample of whatever tune is playing around you and identifies the artist and song.

PODCAST:

Dave checks out the world's biggest GLBT-themed podcast: Feast of Fun. The fabulous duo of Fausto and Mark have been entertaining and enlightening gays all over the globe for close to five years now with their daily chats.

MUSIC:

Jade reviews Washington's wonderful debut LP: I Believe You Liar. Not to say we're tastemakers or anything, but we've been playing Washington on our show long before she broke out with this #2 charting album.

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Begum Ali, Domestic Goddess Jade and "Three For Free" albums

2010-08-18T15:22:00.002+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes... we're having a big one.

TV:

Dave checks out Pakistan's answer to Dame Edna: talk show drag queen Begum Nawazish Ali and her top-rating talk show.

Against all odds and taboos surrounding cross-dressing and female empowerment, the Begum pushes the boundaries with humour and a sequined sari.

Watch a mini doco on Ali Saleem and his famous alter-ego Begum Nawazish Ali.

CULTURE:

Domestic Goddess Jade is back this week! Tonight Jade learns some interior decorating tips as only a modern day Martha Stewart can - through a design app and game.

Should we expect to see Jade around the haberdashery section more in the future?

MUSIC:

Dave is doing a "three for free" special tonight. Check out three up-and-coming pop artists who are giving their music away free:

Simon Curtis

MPHO

and Florrie

Be voracious and download their awesome choons!

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Rainbow Brite, Political Youths and Arcade Fire

2010-08-11T13:01:00.003+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

FLASHBACK:

Jade's hangs up her Domestic Goddess apron for the moment to reminisce on Rainbow Brite, the iconic (possibly embellishing now) 80s animated TV series. If this show was before your time, we've embedded the first episode to get you acquainted.

CULTURE:

Politics, youth and social media. Sounds like the makings of a politics essays but no, tonight Jade and Dave will discuss how young Australians are expressing and formulating their political opinions through social media like Twitter and blogs. Politicians' Twitter profiles (the real and the fakes), programs like the ABC's Q&A and their #qanda hash tag - consider social media and the youth are shaping politics today.

MUSIC:

Jade reviews Arcade Fire's new album The Suburbs tonight. The Canadian indie rockers saw their album debut at #1 on the UK and #6 on the Aussie charts this week. For those lamenting the death of CDs, the band has put out eight different covers for the physical album. Go collect 'em all.

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Domestic Goddess Jade, Offspring and Kelis

2010-08-04T10:24:00.004+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes... we're unleashing a new mini-series.

CULTURE:

We are excited to present "Domestic Goddess Jade" - a weekly series following Jade's transformation into a modern day Martha Stewart.

Staying true to the media-savvy type that she is, Jade's education in cooking, homemaking and other domestic duties will be sourced from the interwebs - think: blogs, YouTube and apps.

Prepare for a one-of-a-kind cultural/media experiment!

#DomesticGoddessJade will kick off tonight with Jade learning to cook: Chicken Tetrazzini, Steak Romero and the infamous Rophy Does Pork Salad. Dave prepares to don his Masterchef cravat for a tasting tonight!

Check out a picture of Dave digging into the Pork Salad on air.

TV:

Dave looks up the new Aussie drama Offspring about a 30-something year old obstetrician Nina Proudman (played by Asher Keddie of Love My Way) and her balance of love, life and family. From the makers of The Secret Life of Us comes a heartwarming series starring Don Hany (drool!) and Deborah Mailman.

MUSIC:

Dave reviews Kelis' brilliant new album Flesh Tone and discusses why the 'Milkshake' mama's effective transition from generic R&B to strobelit electro-dance. Read Dave's album review on Feed Limmy.

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Mythbusters, Sticker Collection and We Are Scientists

2010-07-27T20:00:00.010+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

TV:

Jade talks about one of her favourite nerdy indulgences: Mythbusters. This science entertainment program tests a bunch of myths and offers their verdict on whether the claim is - plausible, confirmed as true, or busted as a myth.

FLASHBACK:

Dave revisits his sticker collection and sticker albums tonight! Shut up. It was what all the cool kids were doing in the 90s. Well, at least all the cool girls were, anyway. Furries, glow-in-the-darks and even holographic ones - this kid had it all.

MUSIC:

Jade reviews We Are Scientists' new album Barbara. The is the band's fifth studio album and first with new drummer Andy Burrows (formerly of Razorlight), and it has only so far managed to chart at #46 in the UK.

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Erika Heynatz Interview, Party Down and Nic Cage As Everyone

2010-07-20T23:12:00.007+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

MUSIC:

Dave catches up with model/TV presenter and pop singer Erika Heynatz to chat about her debut album Sweeter Side. Tune in to hear Erika open up about her transition into music, awkward songwriting sessions and overcoming self-doubt.

Hear the full interview on Sound Museum 3 August, 10pm on JOY 94.9

Read the interview on Feed Limmy

Download Erika Heynatz's Sweeter Side on iTunes

TV:

Jade gives her verdict on the short-lived American comedy series Party Down. The show starring Adam Scott, Jane Lynch and Megan Mullally was axed after its second season this year.

ONLINE:

Nic Cage As Everyone is a blog homage to one of the most unique and versatile actors of our time: Nicholas Cage. See the Hollywood star like you've never seen him before - as hundreds of different characters including Napoleon Dynamite, ET and Liza Minnelli.

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Smash Hits, Hot In Cleveland and Words With Friends

2010-07-13T18:44:00.007+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

MAGAZINES:

There's a spot on our wall where Backstreet Boys posters used to live. Tonight we pay tribute to Smash Hits magazine and all the joy they brought us before kids learned to access the interwebs for their pop music fix.

TV:

Betty White is back on TV, kids! Hot In Cleveland has been tipped as the modern day Golden Girls - also starring Wendie Mallick (Just Shoot Me), Jane Leeves (Frasier) and Valerie Bertinelli (One Day At A Time). Dave is suitably impressed with season one so far, hear his thoughts tonight.

ONLINE:

Jade is obsessed with Words With Friends - the iPhone-based answer to Scrabble. Tonight we talk about this novel idea of getting together to play a board game without any physical human interaction.

Prepare for what one would expect to be a high-brow postmodern and philosophical discussion but will probably end up as one of zero value with Dave mainly talking over Jade as usual.

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Scrunchies, The Drums and The Good Wife

2010-07-03T10:04:00.005+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

FLASHBACK:

Gurl, what's that you got holding your hair back? Oh scrunchies. Dave steps back in time this week to reminisce on the fabulous and ever so daggy 80s hair accessories. You'll never believe the run-in he's had with them.

MUSIC:

Jade checks out the brilliant indie pop debut by The Drums. Their self-titled debut charted as high at #16 in the UK and #52 in Australia. Perhaps a Diff'rent Strokes bump is on the way.

TV:

Dave gives Jade the low down on The Good Wife. This American legal dramedy stars Julianna Margulies - from the ER fame - as Alicia Florrick, the wife of a scandalised politician, and the challenges she face with juggling her work and private life.

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United States of Tara, Pixar Films and Where Are All The Lesbians?

2010-06-30T14:31:00.003+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes... we're lookin' for some lady love.

TV:

Season two of United States of Tara has just started, we're sending Jade in to check out the mess and mayhem. The show follows a mother with dissociative identity disorder who morphs into one of her many personalities when she's stressed.

FLASHBACK:

Toy Story 3 opened last week to the biggest first day sales ever made by an animated movie. Tonight Dave steps back in time to reminisce on all the wonderful Pixar films that have come before and explain why you're never too old for "kids animated films".

CULTURE:

Tonight Jade is asking, "where are all the lesbians?" Think Farmer Wants A Wife except the protagonist is a socially awkward media-loving lesbian. Join us tonight as we wax lyrical about the lesbian dating scene.

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Hung, Sia and Being A Good Intern

2010-06-23T15:09:00.003+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

TV:

Dave checks out the juicy new American dramedy Hung - about a struggling middle-aged high school teacher turning to male prostitution. As RuPaul would say in Drag Race, "you gotta use them skills to pay them bills!"

MUSIC:

Sia is back with a sensational new album We Are Born. Jade and Dave discuss the Aussie singer's poppier new sound and previews a few tracks with our famous "album in the blend".

CULTURE:

April from Parks & Recreation (pictured above) is like the perfect intern.

Internships and work experience kids, Jade and Dave have had their share of mentoring interns and being interns. Tonight they'll talk about awkward networking, work expectations and what it takes to be a good intern.

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Brat Pack, Robyn and Best Gay TV Characters

2010-06-16T17:01:00.004+10:00

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FLASHBACK:

Jade needs to explain to Dave who and what the "brat pack" is. Fellow children of the 80s and retro movie fans, you already know what this is about. Let's step back in time!

MUSIC:

Robyn is back and she's dropping not one or two, but three albums this year! Check out the first installment, Body Talk Pt. 1 tonight with Dave's review and famous 'album in the blend' treatment.

TV:

We want your votes and suggestions for the best gay TV characters! We're taking tweets, SMSes, calls and emails. Who's on your list?

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Gay Clubbing, Geocaching and Christina Aguilera

2010-06-08T21:28:00.005+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

CULTURE:

Over the last few months, Jade has been submerging herself into the gay clubbing scene much to everyone's surprise. What's happening to our self-confessed socially awkward geek? Jade shares her observations on the scene and talk about Diff'rent Strokes' urge to merge on the dance floor.

ONLINE:

Grab your GPS and let's go on a worldwide treasure hunt! Dave checks out what geocaching is all about. Think of it as a "game of hi-tech hide and seek" where you punch in coordinates on your GPS to find items hidden by other players all over the world.

MUSIC:

Christina Aguilera's long-awaited Bionic album has divided fans. Check out Dave's review of the album tonight and preview four tracks on the album in the blend. Old Xtina has teamed up with a surprising crop of artists from our gurl Sia to M.I.A., Ladytron and Peaches.

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Kathy Griffin, This Is Why You're Fat and Sleigh Bells

2010-06-02T17:40:00.002+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

TV:

Jade watching reality TV? Is this a sign of the apocalypse? This week our resident TV geek switches on to Kathy Griffin's My Life On The D-List. Foremost known as a comedian and popular gay rights activist, Griffin has enjoyed a long run with this reality TV show which has featured appearances from the likes of Bette Midler, Jane Lynch and even Paris Hilton.

ONLINE:

This Is Why You're Fat is that guilty indulgence you don't want to stomache. This popular American blog is home to the fattiest, most calorie-escalating food created on this planet. It's amazing to see how much deep-fried meat and cream people can handle.

MUSIC:

We're reviewing the debut album by alternative punk band Sleigh Bells tonight. Treats has been gathering rave reviews ever since it dropped last month. Jade checks out what all the fuss is about.

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Winter Fashion, Forgotten Boybands and Janelle Monae

2010-05-26T16:00:00.002+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes... Jade and Dave are recommending music to each other.

CULTURE:

It's the last week before winter kicks in and Dave decides he'll have the final say on what looks we're going for in winter fashion this year. Every retailer, fashion blogger and magazine is pitching their idea of what's in this season, so let Dave simplify it all for you tonight.

FLASHBACK:

Jade is reminiscing on forgotten pop boy bands tonight. Maybe there was something in the water but who knew Jade went through a boy band phase? If you too were once struck with NKOTB-mania - this is the flashback you and your happy pants were waiting for.

MUSIC:

Why is Dave touting Janelle Monae's The ArchAndroid as some album of the year? Tune in tonight to find out why sci-fi, Afropunk and funk works for this wildly creative American artiste.

Tonight, Jade and Dave will be recommending music to each other. Talk about an unprecedented collision of indie and pop!

Don't forget Dave's Destiny's Child Special tonight, 10pm-midnight on JOY.

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

2010-05-18T22:58:00.006+10:00

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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formspring.me

2010-05-18T18:32:00.001+10:00

Ask me anything http://formspring.me/diffrentstrokes

Name three things you've learned about Canberra on this trip... - Dave.

2010-05-18T18:31:00.001+10:00

Canberra is cold at night.
Most of Canberra's Tegan and Sara fans are straight boys.
The streets of Canberra are like a ghost town on weekends.

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Cassette Kids, Studio 360 and Call Centre Workers

2010-05-12T16:21:00.002+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

MUSIC:

Dave checks out Australian indie pop band Cassette Kids' debut album: Nothing On TV. Could this be another artist to bridge Jade and Dave's diverse taste in music? Take note fans of Klaxons and Yeah Yeah Yeah.

PODCAST:

Jade will share an award-winning American podcast with us tonight. Studio 360 with Kurt Andersen "introduces you to people who are creating and shaping our culture". Kurt gets inside the creative minds of everyone from Ang Lee to Tori Amos and even, Dolly Parton.

Check out Studio 360 podcasts

CULTURE:

Dave thinks he's done his fair share of frustrating call centre jobs and wants to vent his spleen. Hear Jade and Dave swap call centre experiences tonight - from a caller's and from a bored, unmotivated call centre bitch's perspective.

Do you work at a call centre? Or have you called a centre recently?

Tell us the craziest thing you've heard.

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TV Shows To Hibernate To, 48Hr Mag and Comfort Food

2010-05-05T16:09:00.003+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes... we're snuggling with 'heartbreak' songs.

Join Jade and Dave for a one-hour pre-show special: Diff'rent Strokes - Heartbreak Playlist starting at 7pm.

We're filling in for Black and Pink tonight with a chilled music special featuring our unique mix of break up songs from indie-folk artists and pop divas.

Then it's on with the show...

TV:

Jade's got a list of TV shows you should hibernate to this winter. There's nothing better than curling up in bed or on a couch - and bingeing on forgotten TV series.

MAGAZINE:

Love working to a tight deadline? Don't we all. Dave talks about a revolutionary new project called 48Hr Magazine that challenges to "write, photograph, illustrate, design, edit and ship a magazine in just two days". Adrenalin hit!

CULTURE:

Jade and Dave will discuss comfort foods tonight. To coincide with our "heartbreak" themed playlist tonight, we want to know what foods to binge and indulge on that's guaranteed to make you feel like the world's a better place.

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What constitutes as a heartbreak song?

2010-05-04T22:57:00.001+10:00

Tune in tomorrow night 8-9pm on JOY 94.9 to find out! Ha. OK, that's a bit stiff.

Heartbreak songs are essentially songs with lyrical themes of love lost, break ups and other relationship tragedies.

As you'll probably hear tomorrow night - Jade and I both have very different taste in "heartbreak" songs.

I'm inclined to pick emotive ballads by divas and perhaps, even morose dance ballads - eg. 'Girl Overboard' by Girls Aloud, 'Love Never Loved Me' by Geri or 'Heartbreak Make Me A Dancer' by Sophie Ellis-Bextor/Freemasons.

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Kate's Birthday Party, Kate Nash and Gay Animals

2010-04-28T00:15:00.007+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes... we've picked a party playlist just for Kate!

ONLINE:

Talk about the meme that rocked our long weekend! Who wasn't invited to "Kate's Birthday Party"? Tonight Dave gives you the details on the hoax Facebook event that went viral last week with over 180,000 people invited - and the mastermind behind it, Australian humourist and prankster, David Thorne of the 27b/6 fame.

MUSIC:

Kate Nash is back with her second studio album, My Best Friend Is You. Lazily described as the indie pop Lily Allen, Nash took the UK charts by storm three years ago with the hit single 'Foundations' and her #1 album, Made of Bricks. Jade will share her thoughts on the new album and Dave will have a thing or two to say about the "sophomore slump".

CULTURE:

An Adelaide restaurant was fined this week after it refused to serve a blind man with a "gay dog". Tonight we'll talk about gay animals and why the hell wouldn't you want one?

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Happy Pants, Marina & The Diamonds and LinkedIn

2010-04-21T17:14:00.003+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes... (Jade and Dave got what chu need!)

CULTURE:

I pity that kid! Did Jade have a traumatic childhood in the 80s? Why is she bringing happy pants back into our periphery? We'll be talking about the horrors of these vividly coloured pants and how our taste in pants have evolved over the last two decades...

MUSIC:

Dave is convinced that Marina & The Diamonds is more Jade's taste than his own. But then again, we have made exceptions to the rule before. Hear Dave's review and album in the blend of The Family Jewels tonight.

ONLINE:

LinkedIn is said to be the white-collar professional's Facebook. Who would've thought social networking sites could actually help you get a job? Find out how tonight when Jade and Dave talk about LinkedIn

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how do you guys keep coming up with stuff for the show eveyr wk?

2010-04-15T20:19:00.001+10:00

Diff'rent Strokes content has subtly evolved over the years. Kinda like the Sugababes' sound.

We reinvented the show format over six months ago to become more "media" focused and that has made coming up with topics easier.

We've got staple segments like: online, TV, music, podcasts and now, flashback... and I guess we try to pick material that the cool camp and geeky kids these days can relate to. - Dave

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Tamagotchi, Grindr & The White House Podcast

2010-04-13T23:02:00.004+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

FLASHBACK:

Tamagotchis were all the rage in the 90s! Dave talks about this iconic Japanese hand-held toy, the Tamagotchi-mania and the perils of sneaking them to school.

We reckon the 90s gave us a faddish obsession with digital pets. I mean, didn't we all want an Aibo like Janet Jackson?

ONLINE:

We're all familiar with online dating but this week Jade attempts to manhunt on the go with the Grindr app. Forget relying on your instinctive gaydar, this app will not only show you gay, bi, curious men in the area but will let you chat with them...

PODCAST:

Shock horror! Dave enjoying a politics podcast?! Talk about a sign of the apocalypse if we ever saw one.

This week Dave talks about The White House Features podcast - and how it's sugar-coated politics for him (quite literally!)

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How long have you guys been onair for and what's your FAVOURITE and LEAST favourite episode?

2010-04-11T18:32:00.001+10:00

We've been on air for two and a half years now. In October we will celebrate 3 years of Diff'rent Strokes. My personal favourite episode is either of our music episodes. My least favourite is probably the one where I wore heels only due to the punishment my feet took that week. -Jade

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Enid Blyton, Formspring.me & Modern Family

2010-04-07T14:10:00.004+10:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

FLASHBACK:

Who grew up reading The Famous Five or The Magic Faraway Tree series? Jade takes a walk down memory lane tonight with Enid Blyton's books.

Blyton is one of Britain's best selling children book authors of all time, reportedly selling over 600 million books worldwide. Her place in pop culture remains undisputed...

ONLINE:

Question? Dave jumps on the Formspring bandwagon only to find he's too ready to offer answers to questions no one's asked!

Formspring.me basically allows its users to set up a profile where anyone on the interwebs can post them a question anonymously.

Ask Jade and Dave a question here.

TV:

Modern Family is a mockumentary comedy TV series that follows the lives of three American families - a "traditional" nuclear family, an interracial family and a gay family.

Jade will talk about the interesting dynamics between the characters on the show and its themes of bridging generational, cultural and social gaps.

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Celebrating British Girlbands!

2010-04-06T21:09:00.003+10:00

Dave (Diff'rent Strokes) will join forces with Petro (Sound Museum) for a two-hour tribute to British girlbands on JOY 94.9, Wednesday 7 April 10pm!

It's a celebration of girl power under the Union Jack featuring non-stop tunes from the Spice Girls, Sugababes, Girls Aloud, Bananarama, All Saints, Atomic Kitten and not to mention some newbies like, The Saturdays, Mini Viva and Girls Can't Catch.

Have your say: who is the greatest British girl band of all time?

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Dinosaurs, FourSquare & Gabriella Cilmi

2010-03-31T01:03:00.004+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

FLASHBACK:

Dave revisits Dinosaurs, the early 90s American family sitcom, that featured the above adorable Baby Sinclair.

Reminisce on Baby's iconic catchphrases and the show's social commentary that we might've missed in our younger years.

ONLINE:

Jade explores her surroundings with the FourSquare app. Tell the world where you're at now, and make dining, shopping and accommodation recommendations to your friends... go on, you little explorer!

MUSIC:

Dave reviews Gabriella Cilmi's disco and 80s electro pop-inspired album, Ten.

Tune in to hear an exclusive album in the blend, giving you a taste of four tracks from the record.

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How To Talk Ghetto, Babysitters Club and She & Him

2010-03-24T16:16:00.003+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

CULTURE:

Dave talks 'ghetto'.

Inspired by the sassy African American characters he's seen on TV and heard on fierce R&B tracks - Dave is determined to learn the hood lexicon and work words like 'triflin' and 'hustla' into his vocabulary.

An educational and potentially awkward cultural experience guaranteed.

FLASHBACK:

What's Diff'rent Strokes without the geeky and, occasionally, daggy moments? Tonight Jade takes a flashback into the world of Babysitters Club. Hands up if you've read it. Hands up if you've got the series... (bless you for coming out in public!)

MUSIC:

Jade will be reviewing She & Him's new album tonight.

The American folk duo of actress Zooey Deschanel and guitarist/songwriter Matt Ward returns with their second album imaginatively titled: Volume Two.

Hear our thoughts on the show that imaginatively combines geek and camp, grit and glitter etc...

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Vlogging, Cabbage Patch Kids & Sugababes

2010-03-17T15:15:00.003+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes... Hello, new segment!

FLASHBACK:

Jade and Dave are proud to present an all new Diff'rent Strokes Flashback segment.

No more getting in a time machine and popping out at a random year - this part of the show is now dedicated to reminiscing on trends and fads in pop culture from the yesteryears.

Tonight Jade will revisit the Cabbage Patch Kids phenomenon.

Find out the story behind one of the world's longest running doll franchises and if celebrity Cabbage Patch Kids will ever make a comeback.

ONLINE:

Dave talks about video blogging or vlogging. See how a little self-expression can become your claim to fame. We'll talk about some of our favourite vloggers and what makes them so popular.

MUSIC:

Dave's practically wetting himself to review the new Sugababes' album, Sweet 7. Described as their most up-tempo and Americanised record yet, does the new-look Sugababes finally have what it takes to break the US?

Jordan Jesse Go, Cougar Town & Broken Bells

2010-03-10T15:39:00.005+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

PODCAST:

Jade gets into the Jordan Jesse Go podcast. This hilarious American comedy podcast is essentially about life... according to two guys in their twenties. Three years in the running with an impressive "Best of iTunes" pick to brag about, is there anything stopping Jordan and Jesse?

Find Jordan Jesse Go podcasts here

TV:

Dave's used to embracing awkward solo projects (think: Michelle Williams and Victoria Beckham's albums) but how will he react to ex-Friends star, Courtney Cox's Cougar Town? Tonight we discuss post-Friends careers and if this is the show to break Courtney away from "Monica".

MUSIC:

Jade takes a listen to Broken Bells' self-titled debut album tonight. American indie rock duo, Broken Bells, is made up of producer Danger Mouse (aka Brian Burton) and James Mercer, the vocalist and lead guitarist from The Shins. What's the verdict on this collaboration?

Find out tonight...

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Dave's China Trip, Parks and Recreation & Cheryl Cole

2010-03-03T17:16:00.003+11:00

The reunion to end all Spice Girl reunions.

Tonight Dave returns to Diff'rent Strokes bearing gifts and stories from his five-week holiday to China.

Hear our resident diva, Dave, talk about hiking the Great Wall of China on a -15 degree day, eating seahorse and why he'd happily move to Hong Kong.

TV:

Jade will give her take on American dramedy/mockumentary Parks & Recreation. Fans of The Office and comedian Amy Poehler, best be paying attention.

MUSIC:

Dave will be reviewing Cheryl Cole's debut solo album 3 Words. Has hell frozen over? Who would've thought we'd see the day when a solo Girls Aloud single would make Top 10 in Australia?

Tune in to hear an exclusive album in the blend featuring four tracks from Cheryl's album, ahead of its Australian release.

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Wind Back The Clock!

2010-03-02T07:16:00.002+11:00

No, it's not daylight savings... it's bigger than that!

Your beloved Wednesday night geek 'n' camp hour of Diff'rent Strokes has now moved to 8-9pm.

After spending over a year on the 10-11pm shift, Jade and Dave have been offered the opportunity to come on at a more 'prime' hour, if you will.

What this means for you:

- The chance to catch Diff'rent Strokes before bed on a school night.

What this means for Jade and Dave:

- The chance to do Diff'rent Strokes and be in bed at a reasonable hour.

What this means for Dave specifically:

- The "free parking after 7:30pm" won't work out to be completely free for him now.

Diff'rent Strokes with Jade and Dave

Wednesdays 8pm on JOY 94.9 - starting 3 March 2010...

Tomorrow night: Dave returns from his five-week holiday. Tune in to hear our Diff'rent Strokes pair's reunion as Dave shares his highlights from his China and Malaysia trip.

It's All Music: Oh Mercy and Alexandra Burke

2010-02-10T18:51:00.004+11:00

One is known for her vocal gymnastics and being a contestant on a big budget reality television talent contest, the other is a Melbournian band described as dreary in all the right ways. It's yet another night of contrast tonight on Diff'rent Strokes.

Dan Vo of the Fool and the Opera fame is sitting in with Jade tonight, while Dave continues to play tourist all over Asia.

Melbourne indie kids Oh Mercy drop in and play a couple of songs live and to talk about their upcoming trek to SXSW, their second album and how they're too young to know Full House.

Dave even while overseas is never far from our ears tonight treating them to another Album in the Blend this time talking Alexandra Burke's album, Overcome.

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Being Human, flavors.me and Of the blue colour of the sky

2010-02-03T21:26:00.004+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

TV:

Jade is joined by special guest, Petro from Sound Museum and talks sci fi comedy drama, Being Human. Prepare to learn all about vampires, werewolves and ghosts who are trying to live human lives.

ONLINE:

You may remember when tumblr experienced the 'Diff'rent Strokes' bump, now Dave talks about his latest fav on the social network/ blog/ vanity web space block flavors.me

MUSIC:

There may not be an album in the blend but Jade will be cover the latest album from OK Go, Of the Blue Colour of the Sky.

Diff'rent Strokes with Jade and Dave (and Petro)

Wednesdays 10-11pm on JOY 94.9

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Jade's America Adventure, Things Bogans Like & "Curve" Mag

2010-01-20T21:05:00.002+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

The one and only Jade Gulliver returns to Diff'rent Strokes tonight, bringing with her some highlights of her American escape. Hear Jade recount spending Christmas and New Years over in sleepy Tulsa and seeing New York (home of our beloved 30 Rock).

ONLINE:

Things Bogans Like is one of Dave's new favourite blogs. Tonight our Diff'rent Strokes duo will talk about dip into bogan culture and do a bit of self-assessment. We'll talk about our iconic bogues Kath & Kim and if there's an American equivalent for something that fabulous.

MAGAZINE:

Jade brings back a good old lesbian magazine from the States - Curve! We're not used to lesbian magazines talking about 101 ways to orgasm... so this'll be a revelation. Much to Dave's unease...
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Remix Competitions, Winq Magazine & BoA

2010-01-13T17:57:00.002+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

ONLINE:

Dave talks about pop artists with remix competitions. Everyone from Black Eyed Peas to Annie and even Sugababes are doing it these days. An excellent opportunity for up-and-coming producers and of course, it generates invaluable hype for the artist and song.

MAGAZINE:

Dave reviews his new favourite magazine, Winq - a global queer culture magazine for gay men. Why is it so hard to find a well-proportioned gay men's magazine? Pun intended.

MUSIC:

Dave spins Korean pop sensation BoA's debut English album. Fans of Britney's Blackout - take note. This could be right up your alley. Tune in to sample four tracks off the BoA album, including the current club heat 'Energetic'.

Diff'rent Strokes with Jade & Dave

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Best of The Decade TV and Music, and AudioBoo!

2010-01-06T16:21:00.004+11:00

This week on Diff'rent Strokes... we're not quite finished with the best of the decade yet!

TV:

Jade and our special guest, John Richards from Boxcutters and Outland Institute talk about how the concept of "watching television" has changed in the last 10 years and their favourite TV shows of the decade. Everything from Buffy to 30 Rock is on the platter, and I'm sure Jade will try to fit X Files in there somewhere...

MUSIC:

It's Jade's turn this week to share her favourite albums of the decade! Where last week Dave had everything from Brandy to Emma Bunton - in true Diff'rent Strokes style, Jade will counter it with an alternative list of Tegan & Sara, Green Day and Postal Service.

ONLINE:

Dave brings AudioBoo to our attention. Often described as the spoken word equivalent of Twitter or YouTube - AudioBoo allows users to record and upload digital recordings onto their own channel. Just like YouTube, you can subscribe or follow AudioBoo users - and be the first to hear their latest 'boos'.

Diff'rent Strokes with Jade & Dave

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

2009-12-30T17:48:00.003+11:00

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

2009-12-23T12:09:00.008+11:00

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!

2009-12-16T14:08:00.006+11:00

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...

Diff'rent Strokes with Jade and Dave

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Sesame Street, Tumblr and Beyonce!

2009-12-09T17:30:00.005+11:00

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!

2009-12-02T14:34:00.006+11:00

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'.

Diff'rent Strokes with Jade and Dave
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Celebrity Apps, "The Advocate" & Shakira!

2009-11-25T17:41:00.002+11:00

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.

Diff'rent Strokes with Jade and Dave

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Tony, Unusual USBs & Dashboard Confessional!

2009-11-17T20:41:00.005+11:00

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.

Diff'rent Strokes with Jade and Dave

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TV to DVD, Third Coast Festival & Tata Young!

2009-11-11T21:24:00.004+11:00

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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