Today we are introducing our last but not least new addition to the Out of the Box team, Alex Kennedy is one of two of our producers. Well known for her exciting stories, love of music, arts and culture and chronically onlineness along with  being an FBi Volunteer extraordinaire! I am so excited to complete the team and interview Alex along with another fun little secret we have been working on behind the scenes.

This episode was presented to you by Nick Hibbs and produced/edited by Kass Vincent. Out of the Box is recorded at the fbi station in Redfern, which is on unceded Gadigal Land. We pay our respects to Gadigal elders past and present and recognise the ongoing colonial violence committed across this country. Wherever you’re tuning in from in so-called Sydney, the land always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.

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Today on the show, we have Wesley and Conor from The 24 Hour Check-In! Whilst squabbling about soap bars and coffee sachets, the duo showcase the hidden beauty of the humble Australian motel. Under the sounds of stale pool water and cicada euphony, they delve deep into what constitutes a good stay.

This episode was presented to you by Nick Hibbs and produced/edited by Alex Kennedy. Out of the Box is recorded at the fbi station in Redfern, which is on unceded Gadigal Land. We pay our respects to Gadigal elders past and present and recognise the ongoing colonial violence committed across this country. Wherever you’re tuning in from in so-called Sydney, the land always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.

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It’s a special edition of OOTB today, because 2026 marks a new chapter of the show. Before we wrapped up for 2025, we soft launched Nick Hibbs, former Out of the Box producer, as my new co-host following the departure of the incredible Kate Saap. Well, that was just one change to the OOTB team. We also have two new superstar producers joining the team, one of whom is Kass Vincent, my interviewee for today! Kass is a volunteer at fbi radio, a live music tragic and an audio engineer - a perfect fit for the team.

This episode was produced by Nick Hibbs and edited by Alex Kennedy. Out of the Box is recorded at the fbi station in Redfern, which is on unceded Gadigal Land. We pay our respects to Gadigal elders past and present and recognise the ongoing colonial violence committed across this country. Wherever you’re tuning in from in so-called Sydney, the land always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.

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We're back with our first episode for the 2026! There's such a fantastic line up for this year - we can't wait to share more incredible guests' stories and the music that comes along.

Starting us off, we have the incredible live electronic duo, Arketek on the show! Jack and James, the minds behind the act, have been not-so-quietly making waves in Sydney with their incredible live sets that defy genres. Spanning industrial, acid, techno, breaks, slow, high BPMs, and quite often all of those and more in a single live set.

This episode was produced and edited by Kass Vincent. Out of the Box is recorded at the fbi station in Redfern, which is on unceded Gadigal Land. We pay our respects to Gadigal elders past and present and recognise the ongoing colonial violence committed across this country. Wherever you’re tuning in from in so-called Sydney, the land always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.

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Pop princess by day, disc jockey by night, wearing her heart on her sleeve, and spikes around her neck, gemma ylana is an open book covered in love hearts and barbed wire. Her cheeky and authentic edge is a refreshing sip in the modern pop landscape. gemma’s newest single, mirror, begs for a dance floor and a cry in the car. We’re privileged to premiere her newest remix of mirror (hazboy remix), later on in the show. A previous fbi independent artist of the week, she’s back on our airwaves to chat about growing up, new music, and pop euphoria!

This episode was produced by Nick Hibbs and edited by Alex Kennedy. Out of the Box is recorded at the fbi station in Redfern, which is on unceded Gadigal Land. We pay our respects to Gadigal elders past and present and recognise the ongoing colonial violence committed across this country. Wherever you’re tuning in from in so-called Sydney, the land always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.

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Joining us on the show today is Out of the Box's very own producer, Nick! Music producer by day, retail baddie by night, Nick has been with the show for the past 6 months bringing you sonic goodness every week.

Today, we farewell the amazing, gorgeous, and stunning Kate as it's her last show with us. We chat all things 2016, the Tumblr days, and of course, our queen Björk.

WE WILL MISS YOU KATE <3

This episode was produced by Nick Hibbs and edited by Alex Kennedy. Out of the Box is recorded at the fbi station in Redfern, which is on unceded Gadigal Land. We pay our respects to Gadigal elders past and present and recognise the ongoing colonial violence committed across this country. Wherever you’re tuning in from in so-called Sydney, the land always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.

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Joining us on the program today is Sydney-based Vietnamese R&B/Hip-hop artist Jade Kenji. For a few years now, Jade has been making waves with her forward thinking nostalgic sonic palette that harks back to 90s & 2000s R&B with a modern twist.

Coming off a huge year of stellar single after stellar single, she joins us not long after the release of her last single, I Got It, an impossibly catchy self empowering track about prioritising one’s own needs and moving on from relationships that no longer serve you.

This episode was produced and edited by Matt Do & Isaac Ortlipp. Out of the Box is recorded at the fbi station in Redfern, which is on unceded Gadigal Land. We pay our respects to Gadigal elders past and present and recognise the ongoing colonial violence committed across this country. Wherever you’re tuning in from in so-called Sydney, the land always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.

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Today’s guest has been on Kate's interviewee list since she started hosting the program. Ruby Miles is someone they've looked up to when she first started at fbi. She’s cool, fun, so knowledgeable, and someone I’d like to be when I grow up.

Hosting Up For It, Friday Arvos with Al, and a casual presenter on triple j, Ruby’s wide engagement with so called Sydney music, arts, and culture has ordained her the person who knows whats going on.

This episode was produced and edited by Kate Saap & Isaac Ortlipp. Out of the Box is recorded at the fbi station in Redfern, which is on unceded Gadigal Land. We pay our respects to Gadigal elders past and present and recognise the ongoing colonial violence committed across this country. Wherever you’re tuning in from in so-called Sydney, the land always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.

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We interviewed up-and-coming hip-hop producer emjaysoul on the show today. At just 21 years old, his golden ear extends beyond his years. Melding soulful samples and turning them into precious metals, he’s one to watch.

His new collaboration album, Kenny And Friends, is a thumping showcase of Western Sydney talent. Featuring Sollyy, Zion Garcia, Station Hayds, and around 40 other collaborators, it’s a feat in community and talent.

This episode was produced and edited by Nick Hibbs. Out of the Box is recorded at the fbi station in Redfern, which is on unceded Gadigal Land. We pay our respects to Gadigal elders past and present and recognise the ongoing colonial violence committed across this country. Wherever you’re tuning in from in so-called Sydney, the land always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.

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Polynesian-Australian artist RISSA is quickly establishing herself as a standout act in the Australian music scene and beyond. Her debut EP ‘Made To Feel’ has gained over 25 million streams online and has been featured across national and international radio.

RISSA is claiming her place as a leading emerging R&B/Soul artist in Australia. Her newest sophomore EP, WHERE LOVE ONCE WAS is out now - Go check it out!

This episode was produced and edited by Nick Hibbs. Out of the Box is recorded at the fbi station in Redfern, which is on unceded Gadigal Land. We pay our respects to Gadigal elders past and present and recognise the ongoing colonial violence committed across this country. Wherever you’re tuning in from in so-called Sydney, the land always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.

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Kate sits down with Joely Malcolm, former Vogue social media editor turned full-time fashion content creator. They discuss Tumblr-era fashion trends, Joely's time at Vogue, and the commodification of self involved in the life of an influencer. 

Joely's IG: @joelymalcolm

This episode was produced by Nick Hibbs and Isaac Ortlipp. 

FBi Radio is situated on Gadigal country. Out of the Box would like to acknowledge the traditional owners of these lands and their enduring connection to them. Always was, always will be.

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