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Hey BlurtstarsWe have a jam-packed show for you this episode. On “Blurt Around The World” we will blurt about:* Binge for $4.99 per month. Bye bye, ba bow to Netflix.* NIH (National Institutes of Health) to terminate or limit grants related to vaccine hesitancy and uptake.* The Queensland rains were bad, post ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.In “Beerducation” the Kegsta tries a Balter cerveza. Yup, Balter has gone Mexican. Is it any good we will find out. And Wencee will taste Bygone Era Marzen Rauchbier by Slow Lane Brewing.Then, in “Trumpwatch” Kegsta explores the latest polls and thoughts of the US “greatest president” while Wencee tells us the mis/fortunes of Trump's BFF, Elon Musk.So let's get on with the show!Tune in and find out more on https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773, with Wencee and the Kegsta.Subscribe to our newsletter: https://thenewblurt.substack.com or contact us at blurtstar[at]gmail.com.Blurt Around The WorldNIH (National Institutes of Health) to terminate or limit grants related to vaccine hesitancy and uptake. The NIH is a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and is one of the world's leading medical research agencies. It conducts and funds biomedical research to improve public health →https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/03/10/vaccines-nih-rfk-research-canceled/The New Blurt is looking at imposing tariffs on the USA and so we are moving away from USA made products. We will suspend Netflix and Disney accounts and instead move to Binge →https://www.tomsguide.com/entertainment/streaming/new-binge-deal-lets-you-get-a-year-of-movies-and-shows-for-just-au-usd4-99-a-month-and-now-includes-nrl-and-afl-gamesBinge officialEx-tropical cyclone was predicted to hit harder in or around Brisbane, but it slowly crossed just north of Brisbane as a tropical low on 8 March. But before and after it's landfall, it dumped a LOT of rain and also strong winds in South East Queensland and northern NSW.ABC News | Tropical Cyclone Alfred headed toward 'largely populated' areas between Noosa and NSWABC News | The economic cost of ex-Cyclone Alfred could be $1 billion a dayABC News | Ex-Cyclone Tropical Alfred turns NSW Northern Rivers properties into islandsThe Independent | Cyclone Alfred uncovers two shipwrecks over 100 years old in AustraliaBeerducationBalter has gone Mexican with its Mexican-style cerveza. The Kegsta gave it 79 out 100 Blurtstars. Balter is located in Currumbin, Gold Coast and was founded by surf legends Mick Fanning, Joel Parkinson, Josh Kerr and Bede Durbidge →Balter Cerveza | Perfect for the arvoWencee reviewed Bygone Era Marzen Rauchbier by Slow Lane Brewing and gave it 70 out of 100 Blurtstars. Slow Lane Brewing is located in Botany, Sydney →Slow Lane Brewing | Bygone Era - Marzen RauchbierTrumpwatchWith the trade war that Trump has launched with its allies, the markets in the USA have had a sharp downturn with fears of recession and stagflation (higher inflation and stalled economy) →Politico - Trump's business acumen has long been his armor. It's being put to the test.Elon Musk is on the nose. The unelected Elon Musk is slashing jobs across federal agencies. He's also showing more far-right ideologies. Many people around the world are fed up with his actions and is now affecting his companies profits and image →ABC News | Elon Musk's foray into politics met with protest that's hurting Tesla worldwideFollow us on our socials:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/blurtstar/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blurtstar/Threads - https://www.threads.net/@blurtstar This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenewblurt.substack.com
*** And if you're in Melbourne on 22 or 23 March 2025, do yourself a favour and go see the Kegsta perform in the new Flemington Theatre Company show called Murder Before Me. Buy tickets here →Flemington Theatre Company | Murder Before MeHey Blurtstars!We've got a jam-packed show today, starting with "Blurt Around The World":* Australia's-oldest-olive-tree, hint its in Melbourne* Roberta Flack RIP* QLD rains bad for the ReefIn "Across the Dutch", the Kegsta will blurt about Christchurch's Comeback as a Cultural Capital, followed by Wencee's discussion on New Zealand school dinners.Then, in "Blurt On Blighty," Wencee explores will UK change of copyright kill creativity? Kegsta will chat about a new range English Ales released a local bottle shop.Nearly forgot Joke Of the Week. Listen as Wencee loses his mind before telling his joke!Let's get on with the show!Tune in and find out more on https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773, with Wencee and the Kegsta.Subscribe to our newsletter: https://thenewblurt.substack.com or contact us at blurtstar[at]gmail.com.Blurt Around The WorldWhere can you find the largest, living olive tree in Australia. None other than in Melbourne. To find out more about where it is, read up this news article →CBD News | Rooted in history: Australia's oldest olive treeNorthern Queensland has had severe rain weather events for the past many weeks. Ordinarily that is welcome news, but the dump of fresh rain water has made it's way to the Great Barrier Reef which is bad news →ABC News | Satellite images show floodwater flowing towards parts of Great Barrier ReefVale Roberta Flack. R&B singer, songwriter, performer, has passed away at the age of 88. He most famous songs were Killing Me Softly, Feel Like Makin' Love, Where Is the Love, The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face amongst many other songs →Wikipedia | Roberta FlackGuardian News | Roberta Flack, soul and R&B icon behind Killing Me Softly, dies aged 88Across the DutchAfter several major tragedies in Christchurch over the past few years, a music festival is lifting spirits and fortunes for that city →Stuff NZ | Review: Electric Avenue has put Christchurch back on the map and the world is on noticeChange of provider who supply school lunches in some New Zealand schools have principals and students fuming →Radio New Zealand | Eleven days of butter chicken: Principals report more problems with school lunchesBlurt On BlightyRange of English Real Ales launched at a local cellars in Preston, Melbourne →Crafty Pint | Sobremesa Real Ale Launch at Audacious MonkThe UK government is in the process of introducing laws allowing British AI software companies to use copyrighted music for data training. As you can imagine, the music industry is not happy →Guardian AUS | Kate Bush and Damon Albarn among 1,000 artists on silent AI protest albumGuardian Opinion UK | It's grand theft AI and UK ministers are behind it. Oppose this robbery of people's creativityFollow us on our socials:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/blurtstar/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blurtstar/Threads - https://www.threads.net/@blurtstar This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenewblurt.substack.com
Hi BlurtstarsWe've got a jam-packed show today, starting with “Blurt Around The World”:* Aussie mortgage holders finally get a reprieve.* Palmerston Reports for Duty in Bermuda.* Report showing young Australians know less about democracy now.* Florida highway turns into a beer-soaked scene.In “Green There, Done That”, the Kegsta will chat 5 Reasons Why Australia Needs to Break Up with Gas, followed by Wencee's discussion on using coffee making concrete stronger.Finally, in “Fun facts” Wencee will tell us 20 facts about the mobile phone. And the Kegsta will tell us about the earth.So let's get on with the show!Tune in and find out more on https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773, with Wencee and the Kegsta.Subscribe to our newsletter: https://thenewblurt.substack.com or contact us at blurtstar[at]gmail.com.*** And if you're in Melbourne on 22 or 23 March 2025, do yourself a favour and go see the Kegsta perform in the new Flemington Theatre Company show called Murder Before Me. Buy tickets here →Flemington Theatre Company | Murder Before MeBlurt Around The WorldIf you own a home, your mortgage repayments just got a little cheaper. It's been about four years since we last had a rate cut. Enjoy while we can →ABC News | How banks are responding to Reserve Bank decision to cut interest ratesUK Foreign Office rescue cat, Palmerston, has come out of retirement and lands new job in Bermuda →NPR News | U.K.'s foreign office cat Palmerston shows up for duty in BermudaDo young Australians care about democracy? Do they know who the current prime minister is? Find out in the latest study that shows their civics and citizenship knowledge has decreased over the last 20 years →ABC News | Australian students record worst ever civics result with 72 per cent not understanding the basics of democracyDon't cry over spilt beer. A truck in Florida overturns and loses nearly 20 tonnes of shit beer. It's still funny →UPI | Truck overturns on Florida highway, spills 44,000 pounds of beerGreen There, Done ThatThe science shows that planet Earth is heating up. We know that we need to move away from fossil fuels and embrace renewable energy for the future. The Kegsta gives us 5 reasons why we need to move away from gas.Climate Council 5 reasons why Australia needs to break up with gasCoffee. It tastes good and a very popular drink in Australia. RMIT university researchers in Melbourne have discovered that mixing spent coffee grounds into concrete can increase the strength of concrete. Read here for other reasons this is a good discovery →Science Alert | Scientists Discover An Amazing Practical Use For Leftover Coffee GroundsFun factsHow many of these fun facts do you know about Earth? Read on to test your knowledge →US Geological Survey | Age of the EarthMobile phones are everywhere. Almost everyone has one, even babies. Here are some fun facts about the mobile phone →Oh My Facts | 30 facts about mobile phonesFollow us on our socials:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/blurtstar/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blurtstar/Threads - https://www.threads.net/@blurtstar This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenewblurt.substack.com
Hey BlurtstarsWe've got a jam-packed show today, starting with “Blurt Around The World”:* Can You Make Money from Your EV?* Relief for Oz Parents with Young Children?* Anyone for a Game of Snakes Alive?* Not “Not Guilty” Enough for the Oz!In “Chinese Takeaway”, the Kegsta will blurt about the Trump-China-tariffs-trade, followed by Wencee's report on the Chinese government's latest population concerns.Finally, in “Blurt On Society”, Wencee explores solutions to the housing crisis, and the Kegsta will discuss the $5 million option to settle in Australia that could make a comeback.So let's get on with the show!Tune in and find out more on https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773, with Wencee and the Kegsta.Subscribe to our newsletter: https://thenewblurt.substack.com or contact us at blurtstar[at]gmail.com.*** And if you're in Melbourne on 22 or 23 March 2025, do yourself a favour and go see the Kegsta perform in the new Flemington Theatre Company show called Murder Before Me. Buy tickets here →Flemington Theatre Company | Murder Before MeBlurt Around The WorldSam Kerr Australia's captain in women's soccer was found not guilty in a London court for racism against a white police officer →The Chaser | Sam Kerr found not guilty of abusing stupid white bastardABC News | Sam Kerr was found not guilty, now the court of public opinion will have its saySome make money selling electricity back to the grid from your home solar. But can you make money from your electric vehicle? Only a handful of people have been do that in Australia →The Guardian Australia | ‘A house battery you can drive around': how some Australians are selling power from their cars back to the gridSnakes alive. 102 in fact. Found in one Sydney suburban home. And no ordinary snake, JUST the deadly red-bellied black snake →United Press International, Inc. | Reptile wrangler removes 102 venomous snakes from a single propertyGood news for families with children in childcare. The federal government have had their bill to guarantee subsidy of three childcare days pass the senate →ABC News | Three days of subsidised child care guaranteed for familiesChinese TakeawayWe could be heading into an international trade war as a result of the USA's presidential orders. Is China worried? What are their options? Find out here how China could fight back →The Washington Post | China displays multiple weapons in retaliation for Trump's tariffsMany countries are having population challenge. We are facing an ageing population. And this is made worse when the Chinese marriage numbers have hit a record low. Why are the younger Chinese not wanting to get married?Guardian Australia | She said no: marriages in China plummet to record lowBloomberg | China Marriages Fall to Record Low in Challenge for GovernmentBlurt On SocietyLet's give up the old Australian home owners dream of the house on a quarter acre block. With a growing population, we need to change our mindset, both us as homeowners and also governments and developers. Let's make apartments family friendly →ABC News | As Australia's largest cities densify, family-friendly apartments are in short supplyA Labor scraped visa scheme to attract millionaires was found to be misused and prone to fraud. The opposition leader, Dutton, wants to introduce it back. Surprise, surprise!!! Let's help his millionaire international friends →SBS News | The $5 million option to settle in Australia which could make a comebackFollow us on our socials:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/blurtstar/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blurtstar/Threads - https://www.threads.net/@blurtstar This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenewblurt.substack.com
Hey BlurtstarsOn a jam packed show today we will start with "Blurt Around The World":* How are the Trump tariffs going?* Who is Pam the bird? And what's happened to the creator?* Cowboy Carter wins top gong at the Grammys* Do you remember the kiss at the end of the Women's FIFA World Cup in Sydney from 2023? Then on "Great People That Did Stuff" the Kegsta will blurt about Lee Miller. Then Wencee will chat about Nellie Bly, a 19th century journalist.And to finish off the show, on "Nature Calls", Wencee will tell us if dogs can sniff out cancer. Then the Kegsta will tell us all about the 240kg bear that survived the LA fires.So let's get on with the show!Tune in and find out more on https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773, with Wencee and the Kegsta.Subscribe to our newsletter: https://thenewblurt.substack.com or contact us at blurtstar[at]gmail.com.Blurt Around The WorldWe are living in tariff-ic times with Trump imposing tariffs on Canada and Mexico as well as China. And there is a risk that the tariffs will be imposed on the European Union countries too. Will it work, or will Trump back down? Read more here →Reuters | Trump in no hurry to talk to Xi amid new tariff warMelbournians might have seen Pam the bird graffitied on various buildings around Melbourne. What's happened to the creator? And why is the FBI involved? Read more here →ABC News | Police seek FBI help in case against alleged Pam the Bird graffiti artistBeyoncé finally wins the coveted Grammy's Album of The Year. She's won just about every other category in previous years. ABC News | Beyoncé wins Grammy for Album of the Year as Chappell Roan roasts music industryYouTube Grammy's official | Watch The Top Moments From The 2025 GRAMMYsWomen's FIFA World Cup final 2023 ended with a controversial kiss by the Spanish football federation president. A court case regarding that incident has now started in Spain →ABC News | Jenni Hermoso tells court Luis Rubiales's kiss 'tainted' World Cup triumphGreat People That Did StuffLee Miller was an American fashion model turned photographer. She preferred being behind the camera rather than in front. She also broke barriers by going to the front line of World War II amongst other great achievements →Lee Miller ArchivesSurrealism and war: the life of Lee Miller – in picturesRent on Google TV | LeeElizabeth Cochran, better known by her pen name Nellie Bly, was an investigative journalist and another woman who broke barriers and not afraid to do the hard jobs. She went undercover as a patient in a mental asylum to expose the horrible treatment of patients in New York →Wikipedia | Nellie BlyThe Marginalian | Ten Days at the Mad-House: How Nellie Bly Posed as Insane in 1887 in Her Brave Exposé of Asylum AbusePBS | How Nellie Bly went undercover to expose abuse of the mentally illUniversity of Pennsylvania | Ten Days In a Mad-House by Nellie BlyNature CallsUK organisation trains sniffer dogs to detect bowel cancer. The organisation are now ready to perform blind tests where both dog handler and dog are not aware of which sample has bowel cancer →Good News Network | Dogs in UK Are First to Be Trained to Sniff Out Bowel Cancer–After Nailing Parkinson's and COVIDMedical Detection Dogs | Dogs to help early diagnosis of bowel cancer As devasting as the recent LA fires were, some good news came out of the tragedy. A 238kg wild bear was found hiding under a burnt out house. The bear was saved and released back to the wild →ABC News | Berry the 238kg bear, who hid under a home to survive LA wildfires, is rescuedFollow us on our socials:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/blurtstar/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blurtstar/Threads - https://www.threads.net/@blurtstar This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenewblurt.substack.com
Hey BlurtstarsOn a jam packed show today we will start with "Blurt Around The World":* E-scooter battery explodes causing a unit fire.* Australians of The Year recipients.* How secure is your PIN?* Ancient DNA shows women were the heart of society.Then on "Let's Get Technical" the Kegsta will blurt about Deepseek AI, what is it, who created it and why does it have a global impact. Then Wencee will tell us about how AI is helping with the recent LA fires.And to finish off the show, on "Do Ya Self A Favour", Wencee will review a podcast called A Thorough Examination with Drs Chris and Xand. Then the Kegsta will tell us what he thinks about "Namaste Motherf***ers!"So let's get on with the show!Tune in and find out more on https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773, with Wencee and the Kegsta.Subscribe to our newsletter: https://thenewblurt.substack.com or contact us at blurtstar[at]gmail.com.Blurt Around The WorldExploding battery sets fire to unit on the Gold Coast, Australia. What should one do with a very hot rechargeable battery? Find out more here →ABC News | Gold Coast unit explodes in flames as hot e-scooter battery put in freezerAustralian of The Year 2025 awards were announced on 25 January. The Australian of The Year award went to Neale Daniher AO, who has motor neuron disease (MND) and has been raised funds for MND over a number of years →Australian Of The Year 2025 | OfficialDo you use the same PIN for all your ATM cards? How secure is your PIN? Read the following news article from the ABC news to find out more →ABC News | Almost one in 10 people use the same four-digit PINWe've known it for generations. Women are the glue to society and research now shows that in Celtic Britain they had many important roles in family life as well as society, including having wealth and being land owners →BBC News | Women held keys to land and wealth in Celtic BritainLet's Get TechnicalThis week Artificial Intelligence has taken the spotlight in the news. What is this DeepSeek that everyone is talking about? And why did NVIDIA and the USA stock exchange lose 100s of billions of dollars? Find out more here →The Atlantic - China's DeepSeek SurpriseABC News | What is DeepSeek, and why did the AI startup cause US tech stocks to fall?How can AI help with the recent LA fires? AI researchers use AI to investigate past and present wildfires to better understand them →Grist news | What sparks a wildfire? The answer often remains a mysteryDo Ya Self A FavourYou may know them from BBC shows “Operation Ouch” and “Trust me, I am a doctor”, twin doctors Dr Chris van Tulleken and Xand van Tulleken are hosts of “A thorough examination with Dr Chris and Xand to food”. Wencee rated this podcast 4.1 out of 5 Blurtstars →.BBC | A Thorough Examination With Drs Chris and Xand: Addicted to FoodThe Kegsta reviewed "Namaste Motherf***ers!" hosted by Cally Beaton who is also a British stand-up comedian, writer and former TV executive. The Kegsta gave this podcast 3.9 out of 5 Blurtstars →Namaste Motherf**kersCally Beaton officialFollow us on our socials:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/blurtstar/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blurtstar/Threads - https://www.threads.net/@blurtstar This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenewblurt.substack.com
Hey BlurtstarsWelcome to our first episode of The New Blurt for 2025. A New Year brings fresh hopes. It will soon be the Year Of The Snake.* What does the Year of the Snake bring us?* Who is using Xmas trees in zoos?* Oyster blood fights off superbugs.* Starbucks new bathroom laws stink or do they?First cab off the rank will be "Beerducation" where Wencee will review Black Dragon Celtic Amber by Cosmos Brewery. And the Kegsta will review Shedshaker Red Ale.And to finish off the show, on "Wot's On The Box", the Kegsta will tell us all about Lidia Poët and Wencee will tell us about "The Night Agent" on Netflix.BeerducationThe Kegsta reviewed the Celtic Red Ale by Shedshaker in Castlemaine, Victoria. He gave it an 81 out of 100 Blurtstars →Shedshaker officialWencee reviewed the Black Dragon Celtic Amber by Cosmos Brewery from Thailand. He gave it a 66 of 100 Blurtstars.Blurt Around The WorldZoo in Britain requests old Christmas trees to use for animals as enrichment activities →BBC News | The zoo that will recycle your old Christmas treeResearchers in Australia discover that oyster blood may help fight superbugs in new antibiotics →ABC News | Researchers find oyster blood helps antibiotics kill respiratory bacteriaStarbucks no longer allows freeloaders to use their bathrooms →NPR News | No such thing as a free toilet: Starbucks reverses open bathroom policyWot's On The BoxWencee reviewed “The Night Agent” which is on Netflix and rated it 4.7 out of 5 Blurtstars →YouTube Netflix | Official trailer for The Night AgentNetflix | Official stream of The Night AgentThe Kegsta reviewed “The Law According to Lidia Poët” available on Netflix and gave it 4.7 out of 5 Blurtstars →YouTube Netflix | Official trailer The Law According to Lidia PoëtNetflix | Official stream of The Law According to Lidia PoëtNetflix Tudum | Is The Law According to Lidia Poët a True Story? Here's What You Need to KnowFollow us on our socials:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/blurtstar/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blurtstar/Threads - https://www.threads.net/@blurtstar This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenewblurt.substack.com
Hey BlurtstarsOn a jam packed show we will start with "Blurt Around The World":* Fireworks does not maketh the man...* Two minutes of reflection. Being happy in Bhutan.* Facial recognition, a win for privacy in Australia.* Ireland spins global tax mess into $28 billion of gold.On a new segment we are calling "Asshole of the week", we will have a chat about this weeks' asshole in the news. Two Jones', Alan and Alex.Then on "Nature Calls" the Kegsta will chat about 9 interesting animals of the world, and Wencee will show us the finalists of the wildlife comedy photography competition.So let's get on with the show!Tune in and find out more on https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773, with Wencee and the Kegsta.Subscribe to our newsletter: https://thenewblurt.substack.com or contact us at blurtstar[at]gmail.com.Asshole of the weekRetired radio host, former rugby union Australian coach, has been charged with historical sex crimes.AP News | Former Sydney radio broadcaster and rugby coach Alan Jones charged with sex crimesThe Onion, a satirical news outlet, has bought out Infowars which was set up by Alex Jones. But Alex Jones is trying to stop the sale →BBC News | The Onion buys Alex Jones's Infowars at auctionNPR News | The fight for Alex Jones' Infowars company heats up as Jones sues to hold onBlurt Around The WorldChiang Mai is awash in festivals including Loy Krathong, Yi Peng and Jazz music. Chiang Mai locals love setting off fireworks (incidentally, banned in most states in Australia for good reasons), but Wencee got so close he got hit by one!!!Photo slideshow by WenceeIreland, normally a tax haven for large corporations, has had an influx of corporate tax and have a massive $28 billion surplus →Ireland spins global tax mess into $28 bln of goldBunnings found to breach privacy laws when using facial recognition surveillance at entrance to all their stores →Bunnings breached privacy laws by using facial recognition on customers, Commissioner findsNature CallsThe annual 2024 Nikon wildlife photography competition is on again and there are some crackers this year →Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photography competition - finalistsThe overall winner and category winners for the Nikon wildlife photography competition →Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photography competition - winnerFollow us on our socials:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/blurtstar/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blurtstar/Threads - https://www.threads.net/@blurtstar This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenewblurt.substack.com
Hey BlurtstarsOn a jam packed show we will start with "Blurt Around The World":* Everything we knew about Pompeii is wrong!* Vale Paul Di'Anno from Iron Maiden.* Orange, NSW, turns back ban on abortions.* Why do cows need a mate?* Emperor penguin makes a wrong turn, ends up in Western Australia.* Plato and other philosophers predicted democracy is futile.Then on "Beerducation" the Kegsta will review Bodriggy - Cosmic Microwave hazy IPA, and Wencee will review Phuket's Full Moon Brewwork Bussaba ex-Weisse. And to finish off the show, on "Across the Dutch", the Kegsta will tell us why Aucklanders are irate over “expensive” Christmas tree. And Wencee will chat about the NZ government apology on abuse by faith-based institutions since the 1950s.So let's get on with the show!Tune in and find out more on https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773, with Wencee and the Kegsta.Subscribe to our newsletter: https://thenewblurt.substack.com or contact us at blurtstar[at]gmail.com.Blurt Around The WorldNew research debunks some of the ideas we thought about victims of the Pompeii volcano →New York Times | With DNA, Pompeii Narratives Take a TwistABC News | Long-held beliefs about ancient residents of Pompeii debunked by DNA testingOne of early Iron Maiden members, Paul Di'Anno, passes away this week at the age of 66 →Guardian News | Paul Di'Anno obituaryPublic hospital in Orange, NSW, overturns ban on abortions after ABC News investigation exposes the original ban →ABC News | Abortion services at Orange Hospital to be reinstated after ban on terminations for non-medical reasonsCows have best friends →Instagram post | Common EntertainmentEmperor penguin makes a wrong turn at Albuquerque and ends up on Western Australia beach →ABC News | Emperor penguin recovering in care after epic journey from Antarctica to Western AustraliaBeerducationKegsta reviewed Bodriggy - Cosmic Microwave hazy IPA and gave it 82 out of 100 Blurtstars.Bodriggy - Cosmic Microwave hazy IPAWencee reviewed Full Moon Brewwork Bussaba ex-Weisse, from Phuket, Thailand and gave it 78 out of 100 Blurtstars.Full moon brewworks | Bussaba ex-WeisseAcross The DutchUproar over “expensive” Christmas tree in Auckland. Is it justified?RNZ News | In defence of Auckland's $1.2m Christmas treeNew Zealand government apologises for historical abuse of victims in faith-based institutions since the 1950s →Guardian News | New Zealand offers ‘unreserved' apology to 200,000 survivors of ‘horrific' abuse in careFollow us on our socials:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/blurtstar/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blurtstar/Threads - https://www.threads.net/@blurtstar This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenewblurt.substack.com
Hey BlurtstarsOn a jam packed show we will start with Blurt Around The World:* Is The Washington Posts' decision to not nominate a candidate at the US election gutless?* Victorian man buys a caravan by collecting cans.* New study shows Earth has six not seven continents.On "Trump Watch" the Kegsta will tell us some of the characteristics of a typical Trump voter.Then on "Econobabble" Wencee will give us an overview of the Queensland state election. And the Kegsta explain if protectionism is good for the global economy.And to finish off the show, on "Good News", the Kegsta will tell us about New York City reaching its solar goals and Wencee will inform us how government leaders are working together to reverse environment issues across the globe.So let's get on with the show!Tune in and find out more on https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773, with Wencee and the Kegsta.Subscribe to our newsletter: https://thenewblurt.substack.com or contact us at blurtstar[at]gmail.com.Blurt Around The WorldVictorian man collects over 100,000 cans to save $10,000 to buy himself a caravan →ABC News | Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme given 'pass mark' after 12 months of operationThe Washington Post fails to endorse a presidential candidate →Guardian News | The Washington Post and LA Times refused to endorse a candidate. Why?How many continents on Earth. A new study shows it might be 6 not 7 →Indy 100 | Earth has six continents not seven, radical new study claimsTrump watchWhat are the characteristics of a “typical” Trump supporter? Raw Story | Opinion: To hell with Trump's votersEconobabbleIs global protectionism good or bad?The Financial Times | Policymakers warn protectionism threatens global economic recoveryLNP win the Queensland state election, will Wencee ever return there?ABC News | Queensland Election 2024 ResultsABC News | Pushing nuclear power in Queensland would be 'hugely messy' for a future Dutton government, constitutional law experts sayGood NewsNew York City have hit their solar energy goals →Good News Network | New York Hits Solar Energy Goals a Year Ahead of Schedule Adding Enough to Power a Million HomesCOP16 conferences talking about ways to combat extinctions and other biodiversity concerns →VOX news | The most important event you've never heard of, explainedCarbon Brief | COP16: Key outcomes agreed at the UN biodiversity conference in Cali, ColombiaFollow us on our socials:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/blurtstar/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blurtstar/Threads - https://www.threads.net/@blurtstar This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenewblurt.substack.com
Hey BlurtstarsOn a jam packed show we will start with "Blurt Around The World":* The passing of Australian journalist, George Negus.* Twitter back in action in Brazil.* Things from the 90s could be worth gold now.* Albo being ableist in Parliament.* New film "War Game" about a stolen election.On "Poll Position" the Kegsta will ask if the polls can be believed. Wencee brings us hope with an update from the USA election whisperer.Then on "Indelible Indigenous " the Kegsta will blurt about Indigenous people day. And Wencee will tell us all about Neville Bonner.And to finish off the show, on "Let's Get Technical", the Kegsta will blurt about Google and Notebook LM and Wencee will tell us all about the latest SpaceX Starship achievement.So let's get on with the show!Tune in and find out more on https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773, with Wencee and the Kegsta.Subscribe to our newsletter: https://thenewblurt.substack.com or contact us at blurtstar[at]gmail.com.Blurt Around The WorldWell regarded journalist, author, television and radio presenter, passed away on 15 October aged 82 →Wave FM 96.5 | Iconic Australian Journalist George Negus has Passed Away, aged 82YouTube ABC News | Ray Martin pays tribute to legendary broadcaster and former colleague George Negus*Images and videos courtesy of ABC NewsWere you a kid of the 90s? Or do you have 90s memorabilia and want to know what it's worth? Find out here more here →Metro UK - Lifestyle | 10 things you owned in the 90s that are now worth a small fortuneTwitter allowed back to operate in Brazil →Reuters | Musk's X gets OK to resume service in Brazil after bending to top court's demandsAustralian Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, criticised for using Tourette's syndrome as an insult during Question Time →ABC News | Anthony Albanese has apologised for using Tourette syndrome as an insult. Here are the facts about the disorderUS movie/documentary “War Game” shows what could happen if an election is stolen →War Game movie officialApple TV+ streamingAmazon Prime streamingPoll PositionWhat are the USA election polls showing? BBC News | US election polls: Who is ahead - Harris or Trump?A little bit of hope in the USA election. An election whisperer is predicting a Harris win →ABC News | The polls in the US presidential race are neck and neck but election whisperer Dr Allan Lichtman says America has already decidedIndelible IndigenousWARNING - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that the following story include references to, or images and names of people now deceased.We spoke about the highly respected and first indigenous senator of Australia, Neville Bonner →National Archives of Australia | Neville BonnerParliament of Australia | Neville Bonner AO: Australia's First Indigenous ParliamentarianNational Film and Sound Archive of Australia | YouTube Neville Bonner: Australian Biography (1992)The United States Of America celebrates Indigenous People's Day on 14th October →AP News | What is Indigenous Peoples Day? A day of celebration, protest and reclaiming historyLet's Get TechnicalGoogle releases new AI tool that can convert anything into a podcast. Including our own podcast! Find out more here →The Washington Post | No time to read? Google's new AI will turn anything into a podcastSpaceX launches then catches a booster rocket on it's re-entry back to Earth →BBC News | SpaceX catches Starship rocket booster for first time ever as it returns to Earth after launchAssociated Press YouTube | WATCH: SpaceX catches Starship rocket booster back at the launch padNASA Space Flight YouTube | The Catch: This Is A Bit Different - Starship Flight 5 - Starbase UpdateFollow us on our socials:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/blurtstar/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blurtstar/Twitter - @BlurtNewThreads - https://www.threads.net/@blurtstar This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenewblurt.substack.com
Hey BlurtstarsOn a jam packed show we will start with “Blurt Around The World”:* Floods recede in Chiang Mai, but now moving south towards Bangkok.* Kiwis and Aussies play swapsies with deputy commanders, why?* Katter Australia Party to repeal abortion laws in Queensland! FFS!* Major drone dude wins Guinness book of recordsOn “Trump Watch” the Kegsta will chat: was the Supreme Court just played?Then on “Do Ya Self A Favour” Wencee will review Empire, a podcast about the rise and fall of empires around the world. And the Kegsta will review “the transit zone”.And to finish off the show, on “Fun Facts”, the Kegsta will chat Weird Animal Facts and Wencee will inform us about the coffee industry in Thailand.So let's get on with the show!Tune in and find out more on https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773, with Wencee and the Kegsta.Subscribe to our newsletter: https://thenewblurt.substack.com or contact us at blurtstar[at]gmail.com.Blurt Around The WorldWhile flooding has eased in northern Thailand, the excess flood water is moving south towards Bangkok. Warnings are in places for many provinces around Thailand as a result →Bangkok Post | Flooding in 19 provinces.Bangkok Post | Flood alert for parts of BangkokYouTube AE | Chiang Mai Flood Aerial Views October 5, 2024New Zealand and Australia have exchanged senior military commanders to strengthen their defence cooperation. What does it mean? What have they achieved? →Defense News | New Zealand, Australia swap senior military commandersNew Zealand Defence Force | Key operational leadership roles reciprocated between New Zealand and Australian Defence ForcesThe Katter Australia Party seeks to go back in time to repeal the Queensland abortion laws by introducing a private members bill when state parliament sits after the 26 October election. FFS!! → ABC News | LNP leader facing renewed pressure on abortion as Katter's Australian Party promises renewed push repeal Queensland lawsWhat can you do with 109 professional drones? For Christopher Bradbury, you break the Guinness World Record for the most emojis shown in three minutes → United Press International | Emoji drone show breaks Guinness World RecordGuinness World Record | Most emojis formed by multirotor/drones in three minutesYouTube AeroAVA | Guinness World Records - Most emojis formed by multirotor/drones in three minutesTrump WatchSpecial Counsel Jack Smith made a strategic legal move in his recent filing against former President Trump, challenging the Supreme Court's decision to grant Trump partial immunity. This move has been seen as a way to counteract the Court's ruling and push forward with the election interference case →Raw Story News | Jack Smith 'outsmarted' Trump's Supreme Court in latest filing: Princeton historianCountdown timer to the USA election →Days to | USA election countdown timerDo Ya Self A FavourWencee reviewed “Empire”, a podcast about the rise and fall of empires around the world. He gave the podcast 4.1 out of 5 Blurtstars →Empire podcast officialSpotify Empire | Episode 191 Slave, Slaver, Abolitionist: Three Scots in AfricaSpotify Empire | Episode 184 The Buddhist MerlinThe Kegsta reviewed “The Transit Zone" and gave it 3.9 out of 5 Blurtstars. This podcast is all about transitions and transformations of events around the world →Spotify TransitZone | Spotify home page for #transitzonePodchaser | #transitzone podcast landing pageFun FactsThe Kegsta gave us a lot of weird animal facts →Treehugger | 36 Weird Animal Facts That May Surprise YouYouTube Science News | Watch a baby mantis shrimp punch in slow motionAnd Wencee gave us some facts about the coffee industry in Thailand.If you are in Chiang Mai, pay a visit to the Elephant Poopoo Paper Park to see how paper is made from elephants' dung →Elephant Poopoo Paper ParkFollow us on our socials:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thenewblurt7773Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/blurtstar/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blurtstar/Twitter - @BlurtNewThreads - https://www.threads.net/@blurtstar This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenewblurt.substack.com
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