Voices

  • The Palestinian artist bringing her culture to the stage
    Makoul uses her music to highlight the Palestinian community’s struggles (Credit: Lina Makoul) When Lina Makoul started out in the music industry, she wanted to… Read more: The Palestinian artist bringing her culture to the stage
  • The artist trying to show sex work as normal
    He arrives 30 minutes late to the interview, dressed in vintage army pants, a ripped t-shirt and bold, messy makeup. He describes his style as “streetwear meets a hooker with an element of nostalgia but contemporary elegance.”
  • The new summit for trans athletes 
    “Climbing is the first place that I’ve ever felt comfortable with my body. It just became a really  important part of my life and keeps me mentally sane,” says trans athlete Max Branagan. 
  • Creating Spaces of Solidarity
    Calling Alexandra Holker busy is an understatement. “Now when I list everything I do, I think gosh it is quite a lot,” Holker says, laughing as if realising this for the first time. Red curly hair frames her face and she has a hearty, genuine laugh. The Spare Ribs Club is hosting a live drawing event today.
  • Evan Marnell’s journey from there to here
    Evan Marnell is a 23-year-old artist and activist who speaks candidly about his long and emotional journey to become a vessel of hope.