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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

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

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

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

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 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

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 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

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

Join us as we dive into the world of a Ethio soul and jazz star, exploring his unique take on music and the story behind his artistry. In this exclusive episode, David will talk with him about how he creates his music, how he describes his own sound, and get a rare glimpse into his [...]Read More... from Interview with Dereb The Ambassador 

Dr Sabrin Farooqui, OAM, talks to Alan Field on Monday Drive about the issuesfacing members of the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) community,and how the Cultural Diversity Network Inc, of which she is the founder andPresident, is addressing those issues. [...]Read More... from Interview with Dr Sabrin Farooqui

A/Professor Suzi Edwards is a senior lecturer in biomechanics and motorcontrol & learning, and is an expert in the disciplines of exercise and sportsscience. In a fascinating and wide rangine, discussion with Alan Field onMonday Drive, she discusses current issues in sports science, and the researchbeing undertaken and its application to make sports safer for [...]Read More... from Interview with Suzi Edwards

The Greyhound racing industry is heavily subsidised by governments even though there is well documented evidence about the shameful treatment of the animals.  Drive Tuesday talks to Kylie Field, NSW spokesperson for the Coalition for the Protection of Greyhounds [...]Read More... from Interview about Greyhound Cruelty

Dr Philip Tong is a dermatologist and founder of Dermscreen, who aim to make skin solutions more accessible, promoting early detection of skin cancer, through their innovative photographic technologies. Their total body imaging captures 95% of your skin’s surface, allowing specialist dermatologists to view and assess your skin health remotely, removing the time needed to [...]Read More... from Interview with Dermatologist Dr Philip Tong

The Goldner String Quartet are an Australian string quartet consisting of Dene Olding, (violin), Dimity Hall (violin), Irina Morozova (viola) and Julian Smiles (cello). After their 1997 debut at London, they soon were critically acclaimed, and were being invited to many prestigious festivals around the world. They have even received an ARIA Music Award nomination [...]Read More... from Interview with Goldner String Quartet Member – Julian Smiles

Eastside 89.7FM is proudly sponsored by Peninsula Air Conditioning. As summer approaches, our air conditioners work overtime to keep us cool. Join Tony as he interviews Colin from one of our local business sponsors, Peninsula Air Conditioning, about their exceptional air conditioning products and services. Peninsula Air Conditioning, based in Warriewood, have been providing air [...]Read More... from Interview with Local Business Sponsor – Peninsula Air Conditioning

A pocket history of America via five songs on the Washington DC to Pittsburgh Greyhound. David Barr talks to Charlie Lewis from Crikey about the five songs. [...]Read More... from A Pocket History of America via five songs

Support Act is described as the heart and hand of Australian music. Why the hand? Because they have been lending a helping hand to Australian musicians who have needed assistance for almost 3 decades now. Musicians are often the first to give assistance to charitable causes so it's wonderful to see some charity extended their [...]Read More... from Interview with CEO of Support Act, Clive Miller, about Aus Music Month and Aus Music T-Shirt Day 2024

Join Alan as he interviews the famous Grammy-Award winning Violinist Joshua Bell. Joshua’s talents were discovered at any early age when he used rubber bands on dress drawers to craft his first stringed instrument, from then onwards it has been an upward trajectory to success. Multiple successful performances and awards later, he occupies a position [...]Read More... from Interview With Joshua Bell

In an interview, Pierre Stock, who curated Le Grape Escape, highlighted the event's celebration of France's finest wines, featuring 110 selections from regions like Beaujolais and Champagne. He emphasized the unique identity of Beaujolais wines, their perfect pairing with French cuisine, and the opportunity for guests to enjoy tastings while exploring Sydney's top French-inspired culinary offerings. [...]Read More... from Interview with Pierre Stock, the organizer of “Le Grape Escape”

In this podcast, Tony Smythe discusses the history, purpose, heart and mission of the Jesse Cox Audio Fellowship with All The Best’s Executive Producer, Phoebe Adler-Ryan. All The Best is a nationally syndicated program with a focus on storytelling. In partnership with FBI radio, this program offers a one-of-a-kind fellowship commemorating Jesse Cox – the [...]Read More... from Jesse Cox Audio Fellowship: Interview with All The Best’s Executive Producer Phoebe Adler-Ryan

Rory Graham, “aka” Rag ‘n’ Bone Man is coming to the Bluesfest in 2025 and will also be doing a Gig at the Enmore. Since he burst on the scene with his deep baritone voice, Rag ‘n’ Bone Man has become a major player in the Neo Blues/ Soul Scene. David Barr talks to him [...]Read More... from Interview with Rag’n’Bone Man

The Pool is a documentary featuring the most photographed pool in the world, Bondi Icebergs. This stunning cinematic experience shows the lives of the 250,000 swimmers that visit the pool every year through its cast of characters that reflect the power of community. Listen in as Alan Field interviews its award-winning director, Ian Darling, in [...]Read More... from In The Deep End of ‘The Pool’; Interview with Director Ian Darling

“The Pool” is a brand-new feature documentary directed by acclaimed filmmaker Ian Darling and executive produced by Margaret Simpson-Lee. Filmed over a year, the movie is a stunning cinematic experience, set to a nostalgic ’60s inspired soundtrack, with a cast of characters who reflect the power of community. Listen in as executive producer Margaret Simpson-Lee [...]Read More... from Interview With ‘The Pool’ Executive Producer: Margaret Simpson-Lee

Dr Karl Kruszelnicki discusses his life, his adventures and his memories withAlan Field on Monday Drive. [...]Read More... from Interview with Dr Karl Kruszelnicki

Alan Field on Monday Drive congratulates Michael Fisher and Rob Marjenbergon winning the award for the Best New Program at the CommunityBroadcasting Association of Australia annual conference for “The Intersection.” [...]Read More... from Interview with The Intersection

Over five weeks, participants of the Bondi Wave program (aged 12-18) will come into the Eastside Bondi studio to chat about their musical aspirations and the music they have composed and recorded as part of the Wave program. This week, band members of the band The Nowadays discuss their experience making music with Bondi Wave. [...]Read More... from Bondi Wave: The Nowadays

Over five weeks, participants of the Bondi Wave program (aged 12-18) will come into the Eastside Bondi studio to chat about their musical aspirations and the music they have composed and recorded as part of the Wave program. This week, band members of the band Broken Jaw discuss their experience making music with Bondi Wave. [...]Read More... from Bondi Wave: Broken Jaw

In this episode of the Eastside Radio Podcast, the discussion highlights the complexities of life, emphasizing that experiences often exist in grey areas rather than simple black and white. Mary Kinane reflects on the recent weather contrasts between Sydney and other regions like Victoria and Tasmania. The conversation shifts to the Berry Writers’ Festival, now [...]Read More... from Tuesday Drive Interview with Mary Cunnane

One of Australia's most eclectic and beloved musical talents, Ben Lee, dropped into the Bondi Studio to have a chat on Monday Drive. From his breakout hits in the ’90s to his continued reinvention as an artist, Ben has never stopped surprising audiences with his creative evolution. In this conversation with Alan Field, we'll explore his journey [...]Read More... from Interview with Ben Lee

Over five weeks, participants of the Bondi Wave program (aged 12-18) will come into the EastSide Bondi studio to chat about their musical aspirations and the music they have composed and recorded as part of the Wave program. This week, band members of the band Pantome discuss their experience making music with Bondi Wave. To [...]Read More... from Bondi Wave: Pantome

Over five weeks, participants of the Bondi Wave program (aged 12-18) will come into the EastSide Bondi studio to chat about their musical aspirations and the music they have composed and recorded as part of the Wave program. This week, band members Charlie Axlund and Benjamin Kendrick discuss their experience making music with Bondi Wave. [...]Read More... from Bondi Wave: Only One Way

Over five weeks, participants of the Bondi Wave program (aged 12-18) will come into the EastSide Bondi studio to chat about their musical aspirations and the music they have composed and recorded as part of the Wave program. This week, music producer and Waverly Council member Michael Galeazzi speaks on behalf of Bondi WAVE band [...]Read More... from Bondi Wave: Afternoon Day Dream

Canadian conductor Nicolas Ellis will will have his Sydney Symphony Orchestra debut whenhe conducts Elgar's Enigma Variations at the Sydney Opera House in October. He speakswith Alan Field on Monday Drive about his entrée into the music space and his fast ascent toconducting the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, one of the world's best orchestras. [...]Read More... from Interview with Nicholas Ellis

Drive Tuesday talks to Lachy Purple Wiggle (AKA Lachlan Gillespie) about one of the most enduring children’s song and dance shows. [...]Read More... from The Wiggles are Going to Tamworth!

Ali Skiba is a medicine woman who practices sound healing, breath work and voice activation. She uses Himalayan sound bowls, guitar, tuning forks and her amazing voice. David Barr talks to Ali about her music and sound healing. [...]Read More... from Tuesday Drive Interview with Medicine Woman Ali Skiba

Amazing stories about politics and music! Jacqueline Munro is a rising political figure in New South Wales (NSW), Australia. She is a member of the NSW Legislative Council, representing the Liberal Party, and currently serves as the Shadow Assistant Minister for the Arts, Innovation, Digital Government, and the 24-Hour Economy. Munro is notable for being [...]Read More... from Jacqueline Munro, Representing the LGBTQI Community and Standing up for Music