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and the band played waltzing Matilda – a song that has been rated in the top 30 of all australian songs. David Barr talks to the grand troubadour about his music and that song. Eric Bogle has been touring across the country recently. [...]Read More... from Drive with David Barr – a chat with Eric Bogle

NSW Liberal Member for Vaucluse in the Legislative Assembly, and Shaddow Health Minister, Kellie Sloane MP, dropped in to the Bondi studio for a chat with Alan Field on Monday Drive. She discusses her pre-politics broadcasting life, her motivation for politics, and some of the issues she’s dealing with in the State parliament. [...]Read More... from Kellie Sloane, MP

Bronte Campbell is a four-time Olympian, a triple Olympic gold medalist and a former World Champion in the 50m and 100m freestyle. She spoke with Alan Field on Monday Drive about her swimming and her post swimming life [...]Read More... from Bronte Campbell OAM

Prof Chow, one of Australia’s leading cardiologists and a pioneer in preventive cardiology, talks to Alan Field on Monday Drive about differences between male and female heart symptoms, diagnoses and treatments. [...]Read More... from Prof Clara Chow

Dr Reid O’Connor laments to Alan Field on Monday Drive the lack of senior school students choosing to study higher levels of mathematics for the HSC, and what the implications are [...]Read More... from Dr Bronwyn Reid O’Connor

Prof Isaacs shared his concerns with Alan Field on Monday Drive about the impact AI is having on the film industry. [...]Read More... from A/Prof Bruce Isaacs

Allegra Spender spend some time with Alan Field on Monday Drive to chat about the current issues of the day, including Freedom of Information proposed amendments, and local content requirements for streaming companies, amongst other matters. [...]Read More... from Allegra Spender MP, Member for Wentworth

Alan Field is joined on Monday Drive by Professor Matthew England, Professor of Oceanography at the University of New South Wales, to discuss the variations in ocean temperatures and global warming. [...]Read More... from Prof Matthew England

“Troy smashed my heart into a million pieces and then he put it back together again” is what viewers have said after attending Upside Down Fantasyland at Festivals across the country. Troy Rogers is a musician, poet, and artist who joined Tony on Drive Thursday to discuss his upcoming one-man show at the Sydney Fringe [...]Read More... from Upside Down Fantasyland: Troy Rogers on Turning Journey into Performance

Prof Eddie Holmes, the Sydney University award winning virologist who first published the genomic sequence of the virus giving rise to COVID-19 discussed the world of viruses on Monday Drive with Alan Field. [...]Read More... from Prof Eddie Holmes

Allegra Spender spent some time chatting to Alan Field on Monday Drive to discuss progress on climate change, aged care packages, social cohesion and reforming tax in the pub! [...]Read More... from Allegra Spender MP

On Monday Drive, Alan Field chatted in the Bondi studio with one of Australia’s most remarkable cultural leaders, composers, sopranos, educators, and Yorta Yorta women. [...]Read More... from Prof Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, AO

Former Eastside Identity Jon Shapiro was a presenter on Friday Drive, secretary to the Board and as a lawyer, a legal enthusiast with a passion for social justice and equality. The question of legal tender has been weighing on his mind since 2019 when indications first became apparent that cash may no longer not be [...]Read More... from Jon Shapiro: Is digital currency really for the better?

Two of the most important and prominent Australian modern classical musicians spent some time with Alan Field on Monday Drive as a new album, composed by Elena and performed by Tamara, is released. The story of the music, the musicians’ history, and their close colaboration is as warming as the music itself. [...]Read More... from Elena Kats-Chernin & Tamara-Anna Cislowska

Patrick Kennedy is the CEO of Sydney Fringe, a not-for-profit working with public and private sector advocating for independent artists. The Sydney Fringe Festival organized each year in September brings together artists from all genres and walks of life.  Patrick has been working as a theatre director and producer for over 15 years, primarily in [...]Read More... from The Festivities of Art in Patrick Kennedy‘s upcoming Sydney Fringe Festival

Dr Anne Ring is a writer, researcher, advocate, and indeed a local “Woman of the Year” who has spent many years examining the lived realities of ageing, as well as the social narratives that surround it. She discussed the concepts surrounding ageing with Alan Field in the Bondi studio on Monday Drive. [...]Read More... from Engaging With Ageing

Last week, Arts Monday welcomed AJ Stanton, a singer-songwriter, producer and self taught multi-instrumentalist. They had a meaningful discussion about music, arts and her journey as an artist. The creator of a new booking agency @notnats is a young musician, and entrepeneur. Have a listen to their enigmatic melodies, and make sure you get out [...]Read More... from Stories in Songs: A Conversation with AJ Stanton

Recently, Arts Monday welcome Michael Aiken. Long time poet, musician, and Sydney local. He was the owner of the @Gardenloungenewtown, and is currently hosting many open mics for poetry, comedy, and music around town. He has a monthly opening @852hongkong restaurant which is picking up momentum, as well as long time customers because of their [...]Read More... from The Art of Words: Michael Aiken Shares His Poetry

Rozelle’s White Bay Power Station is host to a new concept in power; a concert titled Lost Birds. Artistic & Musical Director of the Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Brett Weymark, OAM talks to Alan Field on Monday Drive about the experience. [...]Read More... from Brett Weymark Sets White Bay Power Station Alight

An Australian built and operated cube satellite has won the SmallSat Mission of the Year award at the ‘Space Oscars' at a ceremony in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. The pprogram’s lead, Professor Iver Cairns from Sydney University chats to Alan Field on Monday Drive about what it means to Australia. [...]Read More... from Australia Wins Space Race

Yesterday on Thursday Drive, Tony welcomed Stephen Hodge, the Director of We Ride Australia for National Advocacy. We Ride Australia is based in Canberra, for over 20 years, their missions has been centered around advocating to empower decision makers and inspire all Australians to choose cycling. In 2017, it became a not-for-profit organisation. In the [...]Read More... from We ride Australia – Cycling for a Bigger Goal

Allegra Spender was re-elected as Independent Member for Wentworth in the May election, and came to see Alan Field for a chat on Monday Drive following the first sitting session of the new Parliament. [...]Read More... from Allegra Spender MP, Federal Member for Wentworth

David Barr talks to Charlie Lewis who has written a thumbnail sketch in Crikey of conspiracy theories in the United States. The conversation ranges from Roswell aliens, JFK assassination, QAnon and Jeffrey Epstein. Listen to Charlie Lewis share his knowledge on conspiracy theories in an interesting conversation with Drive Tuesday’s host David Barr.   [...]Read More... from Conspiracy theories are as American as apple pie

We all love a good coffee, and Dan Fitzsimmons, boss of Eastside Radio sponsor The Coffee Roaster, discusses with Alan Field on Monday Drive what the components of a really good coffee are. [...]Read More... from The Coffee Roaster

A sense of community and belonging, this is what Holdsworth is all about. Holdsworth Community is a non-profit organisation based in Woollahra, operating around Sydney Eastern Suburbs. It focuses on providing services for the community from young children, families and aged care. Craig Rutherford was appointed as CEO this year, in this interview, he shares [...]Read More... from A sense of community – Interview with Craig Rutherford

Dirk Hansen discusses with Alan Field on Monday Drive the need for fitness and strength training as we age. [...]Read More... from Fitness in Ageing

The Sydney Improvised Music Association (SIMA) is an organisation promoting jazz across Australia. The organisation has evolved in recent months with new staff and projects developing. They have been trying to re-energize the music scene in Sydney especially surrounding Jazz music. This is why they created Jazz Now, evenings of fun jazz and improvised music. [...]Read More... from Interview with Novak Manojlvic: Artistic Director of SIMA

We're joined by actress, activist and author Hannah Diviney, who unpacks everything you need to know about Sydney's Disability Pride Festival happening Saturday, 26 July, from 10 AM to 4 PM at Town Hall. This is a free, disabled-led celebration — every organiser, performer, and volunteer brings their story, identity, and lived experience. Under the bold theme [...]Read More... from Hanna Diviney – Sydney's Disability Pride Festival

James O'Donnell is one of the most celebrated concert organists of our time. As the principal organist at Westminster Abbey for 24 years, he has played at royal weddings and funerals, as well as many other prestigious events around the world. He speaks with Alan Field on Monday Drive about his music and his upcoming [...]Read More... from James O’Donnell

Sjaella is an acapella group of six exceptional German women about to take Australia by storm. Franziska from the group shares the story of the group’s creation, development, and their music with Alan Field on Monday Drive. [...]Read More... from Sjaella

“Every day without alcohol makes a difference”Nicole Lee is Adjunct Professor at the National Drug Research Institute. She talks to David Barr about the benefits of moderating alcohol intake. [...]Read More... from Professor Nicole Lee – Benefits of Moderate Alcohol Intake

How do Iranians feel about their government? David Barr talks to Dr Simon Theobald of Notre Dame University about public opinion of Iran’s regime on Tuesday Drive. [...]Read More... from David Barr Speaks to Simon Theobald About Iran on Tuesday Drive

Listen to Sahaj Mand, Technical Director of the USYD Rocketry Team talk about their challenges and experiences at IREC Sydney University’s Rocketry team participated in the International Rocket Engineering Competition back in June, where they went up against thousands of university students across 19 different countries in the scorching heat of Midland, Texas in the [...]Read More... from USYD Rocketry Team Became World Champions at IREC 2025 – 1st Place

In this episode of Friday Drive, John interviews wine expert Mike Bennie form P&V merchants, who shared his insights into the world of wine, its history, technology and his practical tips to improve the life of your wine. During this episode you will be taught about the different types of wines through Australia’s history of [...]Read More... from Interview with Mike Bennie from P&V Merchants: Wine Expert

Interview with Ali Skiba Sound healing medicine woman, has just released her debut album. David Barr talks to her about her music. [...]Read More... from Ali Skiba – New Album Release

Melbourne jazz guitarist & band leader, Mark Morand has an ongoing project which he calls 32 Bars in 32 Bars. He writes new songs for different venues until reaching the goal of performing and filming 32 new songs at 32 different venues. He has just released song 21, You’re Gonna Get Burned. David Barr talks [...]Read More... from David Barr Speaks to Mark Morand

Why do dogs eat poo? Should we be concerned if our favourite mutt does this? David Barr talks to Dr Mia Cobb from the Animal Welfare Science Centre, University of Melbourne [...]Read More... from Canine Coprophagia

The word incel has come to evoke a digital underworld of resentment, misogyny, and radicalisation. But it didn't start that way. Once, it simply named the quiet pain of feeling unwanted. On Tuesday Drive, David Barr speaks with Dr Farid Zaid, senior lecturer in psychology at Monash University, to unpack the evolution of the incel [...]Read More... from Interview with Dr Farid Zaid about Incel

With the Burt Bacharach Songbook tour happening Tony talks to the stars of the show Vivian Ross with guest EC Adams. From the USA, these two performers are touring the Burt Bacharach Songbook and we get to learn more about them growing up with a deep connection to Bacharach and music. They discuss how people [...]Read More... from Interview With Vivian Ross and EC Adams

Thursday Drive had the pleasure of interviewing Ben Marshall, Head of Contemporary Music and Lead Curator for Vivid Live at the Sydney Opera House. Ben talks about his job and how exciting it is to plan events at such a famous location. He shares what's coming up for Vivid Live, a music festival that focuses [...]Read More... from Interview with Ben Marshall about Vivid LIVE

Vivid Live is the accompanying music program that supports the spectacular light festival Vivid held annually across winter in Sydney. It comprises a multitude of performances at both Carriageworks and the Sydney Opera House as well other prominent locations such as City Recital Hall and Tumbalong Park to name a few. Julian Ramundi from Destinations [...]Read More... from Julian Ramundi Destinations NSW Highlights Vivid Live

Tamara-Anna Cislowska is an Australian concert pianist who gave her first public performance at age two, and began recording for the ABC at age three. She spoke with Alan Field on Monday Drive of her motivation, her love of music, and the important collaborations in her life. [...]Read More... from Tamara-Anna Cislowska

In this episode, Tony speaks with filmmaker Ben de Hoedt about his striking new film Disappear Here, launching this week at The Ritz. They delve into the film’s gritty inspirations, its subversive take on modern Australian identity, and why it’s already generating buzz as a future cult classic. A must-listen for cinephiles and curious creatives [...]Read More... from Interview with Ben de Hoedt – Disappear Here Documentary

In the lead-up to the Sydney Philharmonia Choirs’ performance of the mighty Bach St Matthew Passion, internationally acclaimed operatic baritone Teddy Tahu Rhodes chats with Alan Field on Monday Drive and Classical Beats about his life, his career and his own passions. [...]Read More... from Teddy Tahu Rhodes

Virginia Lowe speaks with Nadia Piave from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music about the Conservatorium Open Academy – a vibrant program offering music courses for all ages and skill levels. They delve into the importance of accessible music education, the joy of lifelong learning, and how the Academy helps foster creativity across the community. [...]Read More... from Interview with Nadia Piave from Con Open Academy