Join eight mighty teams from across South-East Queensland as dance mania takes over, and hundreds of people lose their sense of decorum in the fight for the ultimate reverse garbage trophy and the title of winner of the 2023 Common People Dance Eisteddfod.
Egypt has the pyramids. India, the Taj Mahal. China, the Great Wall. In Queensland, we have the Common People Dance Eisteddfod.
The Common People People Project follows the people behind Australia’s own great wonder of the world.
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The Common People People Project podcast is supported by the Creative Sparks Grant Program, an initiative of Brisbane City Council in partnership with the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.
Created by Pia Perversi-Burchall and Adam Wood, the team behind ‘In My Country (https://inmycountrypodcast.com/)’, winner of Best Interview at the 2020 Australian Podcast Awards.
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It’s the off season for Common People Dance Eisteddfod and we are back at the Clubhouse Moorooka with Eastside.
Throughout this series, we’ve been asking: What is this thing? And why are we doing it? And why is everyone else doing it?
In this final episode, we’ll hear reflections from our Common People now their minds are free of competitive trophy-lust. We’ll go back through our interview archives from across the year. And we’ll ask ourselves - what have we learnt?
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Common People People Project was made in Magandjin / Meanjin, and recorded on the Country of the Turrbal, Yuggara, Bundjalung and Gubbi Gubbi peoples. We extend our deepest respect to the First Peoples, who have danced here since time immemorial.
This podcast is proudly supported by the Creative Sparks Grant Program, an initiative of Brisbane City Council in partnership with the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.
It is produced, written and hosted by Adam Wood and Pia Perversi-Burchall, with creative direction from Neridah Waters and Lucas Stibbard. Audio and sound design by Chris Gillette, audio sub editing by Andre Bonetti, artwork by Kellie Vella, and graphic design by Lori Dean.
Special thanks to Camilo Murcia, Sara von Nordheim and Monty, and Paul and Megan Bonetti. And most of all - many thanks to the spectacular people of the Common People Dance Project.
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9 Apr 2026
7. Dance Christmas
After six long months of rehearsals, it’s show day!
Our Sysyphus, Head Common Person Neridah Waters and her dance captains, have pushed eight heaving boulders of enthusiastic and semi coordinated groovers up a hill the size of the Gabba Football Stadium for half a year and the end is finally in sight. Will Neridah get them all to the top, or will Our Head Common Person and all the dancers get crushed under the weight of their collective enthusiasm?
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Common People People Project was made in Magandjin / Meanjin, and recorded on the Country of the Turrbal, Yuggara, Bundjalung and Gubbi Gubbi peoples. We extend our deepest respect to the First Peoples, who have danced here since time immemorial.
This podcast is proudly supported by the Creative Sparks Grant Program, an initiative of Brisbane City Council in partnership with the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.
It is produced, written and hosted by Adam Wood and Pia Perversi-Burchall, with creative direction from Neridah Waters and Lucas Stibbard. Audio and sound design by Chris Gillette, audio sub editing by Andre Bonetti, artwork by Kellie Vella, and graphic design by Lori Dean.
Special thanks to Camilo Murcia, Sara von Nordheim and Monty, and Paul and Megan Bonetti. And most of all - many thanks to the spectacular people of the Common People Dance Project.
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5 Dec 2024
Quick announcement
Gonzo journalists, Nick and Laura, break down the REAL reason you haven't seen episode 7 drop just yet.
15 Nov 2024
6. Extra passion from your toes
It’s the week before the 2023 Common People Dance Eisteddfod and the culmination of six months of intensive training is nearing its climactic peak.
It's in these final days before the Eisteddfod, where the only way out is through, that the Common People discover the stuff that they are made of.
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Common People People Project was made in Magandjin / Meanjin, and recorded on the Country of the Turrbal, Yuggara, Bundjalung and Gubbi Gubbi peoples. We extend our deepest respect to the First Peoples, who have danced here since time immemorial.
This podcast is proudly supported by the Creative Sparks Grant Program, an initiative of Brisbane City Council in partnership with the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.
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28 Oct 2024
5. Sh*t hot, no props
The routine themes are locked in, the dance moves are *mostly* taking shape, and every last sequin and inch of stretch fabric in the south-east corner has been snapped up to make hundreds of costumes… so our eight mighty teams are feeling prepared for the big day, right…?
Wrong! With four weeks to the 2023 Eisteddfod, the Common People turn their attention to a final detail they hope will take their performances to the next level - props.
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Common People People Project was made in Magandjin / Meanjin, and recorded on the Country of the Turrbal, Yuggara, Bundjalung and Gubbi Gubbi peoples. We extend our deepest respect to the First Peoples, who have danced here since time immemorial.
This podcast is proudly supported by the Creative Sparks Grant Program, an initiative of Brisbane City Council in partnership with the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.
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17 Oct 2024
4. Beautiful bodies, yes
The razzle dazzle part of the year has arrived: it's time for costumes! And on our journey to understand the essence of the Common People, surely there’s some clues to be found here.
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Common People People Project was made in Magandjin / Meanjin, and recorded on the Country of the Turrbal, Yuggara, Bundjalung and Gubbi Gubbi peoples. We extend our deepest respect to the First Peoples, who have danced here since time immemorial.
This podcast is proudly supported by the Creative Sparks Grant Program, an initiative of Brisbane City Council in partnership with the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.
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MUSIC CREDITS
"Trouble with Tribals" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com/), licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License. (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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10 Oct 2024
3. Good, but we're better
The Common People Dance Eisteddfod goes on tour, and Adam and Pia report from the field. And that means it’s time to finally meet the Regional teams!
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Common People People Project was made in Magandjin / Meanjin, and recorded on the Country of the Turrbal, Yuggara, Bundjalung and Gubbi Gubbi peoples. We extend our deepest respect to the First Peoples, who have danced here since time immemorial.
This podcast is proudly supported by the Creative Sparks Grant Program, an initiative of Brisbane City Council in partnership with the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.
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MUSIC CREDITS
"Trouble with Tribals"
By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
“Inspiring Ceremony and Awards” by AudioERA
https://pixabay.com/music/main-title-inspiring-ceremony-and-awards-152368/#:~:text=Listen%20to%20Inspiring%20Ceremony%20And%20Awards%20track%20or%20browse%20more (https://pixabay.com/music/main-title-inspiring-ceremony-and-awards-152368/#:~:text=Listen%20to%20Inspiring%20Ceremony%20And%20Awards%20track%20or%20browse%20more)
“Triumph and Glory” by Denis Pavlov (DPMusic)
https://denispavlovmusic.com/ (https://denispavlovmusic.com/)
“Descent Into Darkness” by @ErikMMusic (YouTube)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cqwJ8GrHc0 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cqwJ8GrHc0)
“Cinematic Intro, AudioPlus” by @Alegend (YouTube)
Use of the following musical works is licensed under an APRA AMCOS Online Mini Licence Agreement:
“Prodigy - Firestarter Instrumental OctaMed Amiga Mod” performed by @Roth2308 (YouTube)
“Sergei Provokiev - Montagues and Capulets - Romeo and Juliet” performed by @TheWickedNorth (YouTube)
“Pat Benatar - Love is a Battlefield (Instrumental)” performed by @MD Music (YouTube)
“Push It - Salt N Pepa (Karaoke Version)” performed by @EasyKaraoke (YouTube)
“Spandau Ballet - Gold (Instrumental)” performed by @CockMyRasbah (YouTube)
“Billy Idol White Wedding Instrumental” performed by @digitalsplit9312 (YouTube)
“Technotronic - Pump Up The Jam (Radio Edit) (INSTRUMENTAL) --Space Jam” performed by @CGohStudio (YouTube)
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3 Oct 2024
2. Dance has the word ants in it
The teams set their sights on deciding the themes and inspiration for their routine for this year’s Eisteddod. With the trophy in sight, they have begun to look across suburban divides and ask themselves - who is Simply the Best?
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Common People People Project was made in Magandjin / Meanjin, and recorded on the Country of the Turrbal, Yuggara, Bundjalung and Gubbi Gubbi peoples. We extend our deepest respect to the First Peoples, who have danced here since time immemorial.
This podcast is proudly supported by the Creative Sparks Grant Program, an initiative of Brisbane City Council in partnership with the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.
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MUSIC CREDITS
"Trouble with Tribals" and "Morgana Rides"
By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com (https://incompetech.com/))
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
“Inspiring Ceremony and Awards (https://pixabay.com/music/main-title-inspiring-ceremony-and-awards-152368/#:~:text=Listen%20to%20Inspiring%20Ceremony%20And%20Awards%20track%20or%20browse%20more)” by AudioERA
https://pixabay.com/music/main-title-inspiring-ceremony-and-awards-152368/#:~:text=Listen%20to%20Inspiring%20Ceremony%20And%20Awards%20track%20or%20browse%20more
Use of the following musical works is licensed under an APRA AMCOS Online Mini Licence Agreement:
“Tina Turner - Simply the Best Instrumental” by @instrumentalmusic926 (YouTube)
“Dua Lipa - Dance The Night (From The Barbie Album) (Karaoke Version)” by @instrumentalmusic926 (YouTube)
“Aqua - Barbie Girl (Karaoke Version)” by @partytymekaraokechannel6967 (YouTube)
“Chicago - And All That Jazz (Karaoke Version)” by @partytymekaraokechannel6967 (YouTube)
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20 Sept 2024
Incredibly skilled with fantastic choreography
It’s April 2023 and there are two major events on the Brisbane horizon: The 2032 Olympic Games … and the 2023 Common People Dance Eisteddfod.
It’s week one of Eisteddfod season and eight mighty teams are beginning to prepare for the 2023 Common People Dance Eisteddfod.
Join your new favourite gonzo journalists, Pia and Adam, as they squeeze into some spandex and embark on some definitely, 100%, very independent reporting.
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Common People People Project was made in Magandjin / Meanjin, and recorded on the Country of the Turrbal, Yuggara, Bundjalung and Gubbi Gubbi peoples. We extend our deepest respect to the First Peoples, who have danced here since time immemorial.
This podcast is proudly supported by the Creative Sparks Grant Program, an initiative of Brisbane City Council in partnership with the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.
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3 Apr 2024
Sneak peak
Psst! Friends, neighbours, Aunty Pat. The biggest podcast of 2024 is almost here, just not **quite** yet. So, we're sharing this preview of the podcast with our VIP listeners before the full season launches this Winter. Just don't show too many people, VIP only.
The Common People People Project podcast is supported by the Creative Sparks Grant Program, an initiative of Brisbane City Council in partnership with the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.
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