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Drive time is the soundtrack to your journey home. On air every day 4-6 pm, your five Drive presenters bring you an eclectic mix of music and great interviews. You will get breaking news as well the latest from  activists, politicians, academics, social commentators and musicians. You'll hear abou…

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    Upside Down Fantasyland: Troy Rogers on Turning Journey into Performance

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 4:53


    “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

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 21:44


    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 MP

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 29:34


    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

    Prof Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, AO

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 31:51


    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

    Jon Shapiro: Is digital currency really for the better?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 11:53


    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?

    Elena Kats-Chernin & Tamara-Anna Cislowska

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 31:55


    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

    The Festivities of Art in Patrick Kennedy‘s upcoming Sydney Fringe Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 17:36


    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

    Engaging With Ageing

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 30:21


    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

    Stories in Songs: A Conversation with AJ Stanton

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 19:09


    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

    The Art of Words: Michael Aiken Shares His Poetry

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 23:55


    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

    Brett Weymark Sets White Bay Power Station Alight

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 29:35


    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

    Australia Wins Space Race

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 21:01


    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

    We ride Australia – Cycling for a Bigger Goal

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 15:35


    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 MP, Federal Member for Wentworth

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 25:45


    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

    Conspiracy theories are as American as apple pie

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 27:08


    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

    The Coffee Roaster

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 23:12


    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

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    A sense of community – Interview with Craig Rutherford

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 12:15


    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

    Fitness in Ageing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 24:10


    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

    Interview with Novak Manojlvic: Artistic Director of SIMA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 14:08


    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

    Hanna Diviney – Sydney's Disability Pride Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 14:24


    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

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 24:45


    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

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 27:59


    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

    Professor Nicole Lee – Benefits of Moderate Alcohol Intake

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 19:14


    “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

    David Barr Speaks to Simon Theobald About Iran on Tuesday Drive

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 18:05


    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

    USYD Rocketry Team Became World Champions at IREC 2025 – 1st Place

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 20:24


    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

    Interview with Mike Bennie from P&V Merchants: Wine Expert

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 15:21


    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

    Ali Skiba – New Album Release

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 28:14


    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

    David Barr Speaks to Mark Morand

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 15:19


    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

    Canine Coprophagia

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 10:14


    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

    Interview with Dr Farid Zaid about Incel

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 18:15


    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

    Interview With Vivian Ross and EC Adams

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 16:35


    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

    Interview with Ben Marshall about Vivid LIVE

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 21:39


    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

    Julian Ramundi Destinations NSW Highlights Vivid Live

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 14:34


    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

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 32:22


    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

    Interview with Ben de Hoedt – Disappear Here Documentary

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 20:07


    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

    Teddy Tahu Rhodes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 29:40


    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

    Interview with Nadia Piave from Con Open Academy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 18:44


    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

    Interview with Nick Ward

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 41:53


    Greens Candidate for Wentworth, Nick Ward, joined Alan Field for a chat onthe Greens’ perspective of what’s important in the upcoming election. He hada chat in the Bondi Studio on Mondav Drive. [...]Read More... from Interview with Nick Ward

    Shai De Vletter-Sont talks about his new exhibition

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 8:29


    Carlton-based artist, Shai, sits down with Tony to discuss his new art exhibition. He discusses his background in art from his time at school as well as the influence of his parents and his childhood growing up in Africa. He is an individual on the autism spectrum and art is both a way of artistic [...]Read More... from Shai De Vletter-Sont talks about his new exhibition

    Interview with Ro Knox, Liberal Candidate for Wentworth

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 37:09


    Alan sits down with Ro Knox, the Liberal Party’s candidate for the eastern suburbs seat of Wentworth. She faces off against current teal/ independent MP, Allegra Spender. Alan asks her about her many years living in Wentworth as well as many other issues ranging from nuclear power to bike lanes and why she is now [...]Read More... from Interview with Ro Knox, Liberal Candidate for Wentworth

    Interview with Benjamin Northey

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 33:02


    Benjamin Northey, Conductor-in-Residence of the Sydney SymphonyOrchestra, spoke with Alan Field on Monday Drive about music in his life, andthe new SO Sydney Town Hall Concert Series. [...]Read More... from Interview with Benjamin Northey

    The Australian Guitar Quartet on the scene

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 26:16


    The Australian music scene is about to be gifted with a combination of fourguitarists who have decided to come together and form the Australian GuitarQuartet. World renowned guitarists Slava and Leonard Grigoryan, AndrewBlanch and Vladimir Gorbach, and took some time to chat with Alan Field onMonday Drive and Classical Beats about the new group and [...]Read More... from The Australian Guitar Quartet on the scene

    The Bush to Beach program with Jack Cannons AM

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 28:52


    Jack Cannons AM is the founder of the “Bush to Beach” program whichinspires hope, confidence and self-esteem, while providing an incentivefor the children of our indigenous community in the far north west of thecountry to attend school. Alan Field spoke to Jack Cannons on MondayDrive. [...]Read More... from The Bush to Beach program with Jack Cannons AM

    Mentoring Men helping navigate life’s challenges

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 25:59


    Mentoring Men is a program designed to help men navigate life’s challenges,foster resilience, and build a sense of purpose and well-being throughmeaningful relationships. Its CEO Filipe Gama e Silva, and Mento Peter Ulmertalk to Alan Field about this transformative initiative, and difference they’vemade to the lives of countless individuals. [...]Read More... from Mentoring Men helping navigate life’s challenges

    Interview with John Waters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 40:46


    John Waters is an English-born Australian film, theatre and television actor,singer, guitarist, songwriter, and musician. He talked with Alan Field onMondav Drive about his life and his varied talents which have led up to hiscurrent production: Radio Luxembourg. [...]Read More... from Interview with John Waters

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