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The theme of tonight's show is knock off beers and figuring out who this person is.BackChat is powered by Paywise. Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Host Eva Sikes-Gerogiannis speaks about the controversial opening of a kebab shop by notorious Sydney influencer and outspoken homophobe, Spanian, in Sydney's queer capital, Newtown. Executive producer Bec Cushway gives an update on the recent highs and lows of trans healthcare policies in Queensland. Eva and Bec discuss the Labor Party's leaked talking points on Israel and Palestine and it's political ramifications wth Deep Cut News journalist Alex McKinnon. They also highlight international AI copyright laws with Dr. Louise Buckingham, looking into artists' rights amid AI advancements. Producer Nyaboth Chuol delves into ASMR - a phenomenon that has gone from the fringes of the Internet to garnering mainstream attention. This episode of Backchat was produced by Bec Cushway, Eva-Sikes Gerogiannis and Nyaboth Chuol. Executive produced by Bec Cushway. Hosted by Bec Cushway and Eva Sikes-Gerogiannis Aired 1 November 2025 on Gadigal land. Want to support our show? Follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave us a five-star review, and share an episode with a friend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Frank Agostino reveals the mindset and leadership code that helps him lead by example & rally an exceptional team at Paywise.BackChat is powered by Paywise. Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on the show, Frank Agostino, CEO of Paywise, one of Australia's largest salary packaging companies. He started as a salesperson deep within the business and grew his way to the top. We speak about constant change, delivering in an industry thats highly competitive and managing people. EnjoyBackChat is powered by Paywise. Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
All the boys are back; Dan. Schoey. Hammer. This episodes going to be fun.BackChat is powered by Paywise. Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Canadian Spoken Word artist, Order of Ontario recipient, author, and two-time Canadian National Poetry Slam Champion, Dwayne Morgan along with special guests, takes the stage for five exciting shows, November 5, 12, 19, 22, and 26. This is Morgan's first set of shows since receiving the Order of Ontario an award attributed in part to Morgan's promotion of the positive artistic contributions of African Canadian and urban influenced artists. Dwayne Morgan is a Canadian icon. His reputation as a spoken word phenomenon is respected by audiences across the country. Shifter Magazine put the spoken word artist on its list of outstanding Black men in Canada. Morgan was inducted into the Scarborough Walk of Fame and received both the African Canadian Achievement Award, and the Harry Jerome Award for Excellence in the Arts. He has performed for Barack Obama, former Governor General of Canada, Michaëlle Jean, shared the stage with Russell Peters, opened for Alicia Keys, recorded with Drake and performed at Super Bowl 46. PERFORMANCE DATES: Nov 5, 12, 26 Poems in the Key of Life Tickets: https://www.dwaynemorgan.ca/events Nov 19 Back Chat. Tickets: https://www.dwaynemorgan.ca/events Nov 22 When Brothers Speak 2025 Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/when-brothers-speak-toronto-ontario-11-22- 2025/event/1000632CD9C8371E Want to watch: YouTUbe Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)
The Good Food Guide has announced that they are no longer recommending Merivale venues due to allegations made against the company, shortly after dropping Swillhouse venues late last year. Producer Bec Cushway joins to explain the impact on venues and food media. Producer Gabriella Accaria investigates why Orthodox Christianity is seeing a revival among young people. Have you wrestled with a chatbot while trying to make an insurance claim? Dr Alexandra Bratanova breaks down the Insurance Council of Australia and CSIRO's joint report on AI use in the insurance industry, and what the risks and benefits this move could pose for you. Tim Roberts, President for the NSW Council for Civil Liberties, joins us to discuss the courts' decision to dismiss the cases for some of the 129 Rising Tide protesters charged after protesting the world’s largest coal port in Newcastle. As his AURA tour in Australia began in Parramatta last weekend, producer Jessica D'Souza looks into Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh and how he’s inspiring a new generation of South Asian-Australian artists. This episode of Backchat was produced by Bec Cushway, Gabriella Accaria, Pongyada Sootthipong, Sana Shaikh and Jessica D'Souza. Executive produced by Bec Cushway. Hosted by Dani Zhang and Pongyada Sootthipong. Aired 25 October 2025 on Gadigal land. Want to support our show? Follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave us a five-star review, and share an episode with a friend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, we sat down with Port Adelaide Premiership captain Dom Cassisi to chat falling in love with football, winning the 2004 Premiership and the hard years that followed it & what it takes to lead a football club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dom Cassisi recounts what it was like to room with Kane Cornes, and how it affected his progression and development as a player. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EDIT: This episode has been edited after broadcast to accurately reflect the input of the author of the petition to Mandate Trauma-Informed Training for All NSW Police Officers, Claudia Kuper. Over ten thousand people have signed a legislative assembly petition calling for mandated trauma-informed training for NSW Police. Producer Pongyada Sootthipong speaks to lead petitioner Claudia Kuper and solicitor Sam Lee about trauma-informed responses and what systemic reforms are needed to implement them. Cameron Francis, the CEO of not-for-profit drug testing service organisation The Loop joins us to discuss Queensland's recent ban on public and private pill testing operations. We unpack the impacts of keratoconus (a chronic eye condition) on young people with Dr Jingjing You, a senior lecturer at the University of Sydney's School of Medical Sciences. Have raves lost their meaning? Producer Bec Cushway investigates the history of raves and how Sydney's rave scene is being diluted. The National Association of Renters' Organisations and National Shelter have released their second report card on renting in Australia. Producer Sana Shaikh speaks to CEO of the Tenants' Union of NSW Leo Patterson Ross on how New South Wales fared and what the results mean for Sydney renters. This episode of Backchat was produced by Pongyada Sootthipong, Nyaboth Chuol, Elise Papaioannou, Sana Shaikh and Bec Cushway. Executive produced by Bec Cushway. Hosted by Dani Zhang and Bec Cushway. Aired 27 September 2025 on Gadigal land. Want to support our show? Follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave us a five-star review, and share an episode with a friend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the show, Paul Natoli, CEO and founder of Grounded Construction Group. We speak about resilience, risk taking and the facts about building something from the ground up. It's a great episode. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Paul Natoli defines what the success of Grounded Construction means to him & the art of not making the same mistake twice to keep the trajectory of your business moving forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, we catch up with former Fremantle Dockers player Lee Spurr. He shares his journey from playing in the SANFL to being drafted by the Dockers as a mature-age pick. Built on a foundation of hard work, consistency, and discipline, his career took him all the way to an AFL Grand Final. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lee Spurr recounts being dropped by Ross Lyon for eight weeks after his match-up with Cyril Rioli in just his third ever AFL game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A new report from market research behemoth Roy Morgan has shown that, while fewer people think homosexuality is immoral than they did 20 years ago, the rate at which that is changing has slowed dramatically. Roy Morgan CEO Michele Levine joins the show to break down the findings. As neo-nazis become increasingly visible on streets all around Australia, we're rerunning producer Emilios Kwasner-Catsivelakis' package on the psychology of radical political views. General practice is increasingly hitting the headlines as sweeping Medicare changes loom. But will the November 1 reforms actually make it easier to see a doctor? Tasmanian GP Dr Toby Gardner is here to answer your questions. This episode of Backchat was hosted by Pongyada Soothipong and Tanita Razaghi, and produced by Holly Payne, Rebecca Cushway and Emil Kwasner-Catsivelakis. Executive Produced by Rebecca Cushway. Aired 11 October on Gadigal Land. Want to support our show? Follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave us a five star review, and share an episode with a friend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We're talking… running thin on material, under-promoted performances, desperate Insta videos, an amazing live show in Birmingham (thanks to all that came!), owl jokes, Tom's back injury controversy and a grilling from a Daily Mail journalist about it, an extreme case of manspreading on a plane and rowdy behaviour on flights. Plus, some background info on the Thundercats and an email question about cheek-kissing in dreams. For questions or comments, please email us at wolfowlpod@gmail.com - we'd love to hear from you. Instagram - @wolfowlpod TikTok - @wolfowlpodcast YouTube - www.youtube.com/WolfandOwlPodcast Merch & Mailing List - https://wolfandowlpod.com A Mighty Ranga Production For sales and sponsorship enquiries: HELLO@KEEPITLIGHTMEDIA.COM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week on the show, Ben Trinh, former owner of LifeReady Physio. Ben built this from the first clinic up to a national network of physio clinics, scaling all the way through to a sale. Ben has now sold out of the business, he tells us how he did it. It's an incredible story, that starts from small beginnings, goes through some adversity, and in the end everything turns out alright. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Are numbers and statistical data as objective as people think they are? Producer Nyaboth Chuol and journalist Madi Chwasta get into why understanding how stats work could stop you (and your middle aged relos on Facebook) from falling down a conspiracy theory rabbit hole. Dani and Bec also chat with Estelle Grech, head of planning and policy at the Committee for Sydney, about whether Parramatta Road could be used for something other than traffic jams (what a concept!). Later, producer Ponyada Sootthipong looks into why Sydney’s infrastructure is so terrible at coping with wet weather. Sam Kernaghan, Sanaa Shah and Matthew Thompson tell us whether they think our city is ready to withstand the worsening impacts of climate change. Luna Choo from Pride in Protest came by the studio to chat about their thoughts on Mardi Gras - can an celebration that welcomes cops, corporations and pro-genocide voices truly celebrate queer lives? Producer Jess D’Souza welcomed the warm weather with a discussion about Asian-American representation on ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ - finally, a conversation about TSITP with minimal Conrad v Jeremiah talk! This episode of Backchat was produced by Nyaboth Chuol, Sana Shaikh, Pongyada Sootthipong, Bec Cushway and Jessica D’Souza. Executive produced by Bec Cushway. Aired 20 September 2025 on Gadigal Land.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Trinh shares his journey to successful entrepreneurship, shaped by one powerful piece of advice he received early on: “I'll invest, if you increase your imagination.” Ben unpacks how that challenge transformed his focus & guided his growth.BackChat's newest podcast, Back Yourself, talking to business leaders and decision makers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Over ten thousand people have signed a legislative assembly petition calling for trauma-informed training to be mandated for NSW Police. Producer Pongyada Soothipong explains what trauma-informed training involves and what systemic reforms are needed to implement it. Cameron Francis, the CEO of not-for-profit drug testing service organisation The Loop joins us to discuss Queensland's recent ban on public and private pill testing operations. We unpack the impacts of keratoconus (a chronic eye condition) on young people with Dr Jingjing You, a senior lecturer at the University of Sydney's School of Medical Sciences. Have raves lost their meaning? Producer Bec Cushway investigates the history of raves and how Sydney's rave scene is being diluted. The National Association of Renters' Organisations and National Shelter have released their second report card on renting in Australia. Producer Sana Shaikh speaks to CEO of the Tenants' Union of NSW Leo Patterson Ross on how New South Wales fared and what the results mean for Sydney renters. This episode of Backchat was produced by Pongyada Soothipong, Nyaboth Chuol, Elise Papaioannou, Sana Shaikh and Bec Cushway. Executive produced by Bec Cushway. Hosted by Dani Zhang and Bec Cushway. Aired 27 September 2025 on Gadigal land. Want to support our show? Follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave us a five-star review, and share an episode with a friend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dwayne Russell talks about the old school Geelong footy team & what the players got up to in their spare time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We sat down with one of the great sports commentators, Dwayne Russell, for a chat about playing with some of the greatest to ever play AFL, players moonlighting as garbagemen, and the origins of his infamous "oh baby" phrase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lee & Jamie present their final backchat of the season with a 26-10 loss away at Leigh in the playoffs.
Glen Jakovich talks to us about the selection process for the All-Australian team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We sat down with Eagles legend Glen Jakovich to chat West Coast's glory days, the insane battles with Wayne Carey and representing Australia. So much good stuff from a legend of the game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Matthew Pavlich talks us through some of his early stories in business and butchering things. BackChat's newest podcast, Back Yourself, talking to business leaders and decision makers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we speak to Matthew Pavlich, new CEO of the Sydney Swans. This was recorded before he was appointed to that position but we speak about his time as a player, how he used the lessons learnt at the elite level of sport in his journey through business.BackChat's newest podcast, Back Yourself, talking to business leaders and decision makers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
To break down the recent news that Melbourne University Press is closing Meanjin, Australia’s second-oldest literary journal, Holly explains why this is about much more than just finances or literary snobbery. A major conversation is unfolding in New South Wales following the state’s first drug summit in 25 years, with growing calls to reform driving laws for medical cannabis users. To unpack the issue, MP Alex Greenwich joined hosts Holly and Eva on the show. The theme of this year's National Child Protection Week, was “shifting conversation into action.” One conversation gaining momentum is the Albanese government’s social media ban for under-16s, aimed at protecting kids online. Discussing the proposal and its potential impact, senior lecturer in digital and social media at UTS, Paul Byron, joined the show. The long-running debate over shark nets has reignited after a fatal shark attack on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. In response, the NSW government has paused a planned trial to remove nets from certain beaches. To explore the controversy and whether shark nets really keep swimmers safe, our producer Olivia takes a closer look. This episode of Backchat was hosted by Holly Payne and Eva Sikes-Gerogiannis, and produced by Bec Cushway, Holly Payne, Elise Papaioannou, Jaspar McCahon-Boersma and Olivia Nunes-Malek. Executive Produced by Rebecca Cushway. Aired 13 September on Gadigal Land. Want to support our show? Follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave us a five star review, and share an episode with a friend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lee & Jamie chat through the 28-12 victory against top of the table, Hull Kingston Rovers!
Daniel Bradshaw talks us through the beginnings of his business journey and what the early days of StreetX looked like. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we speak to Daniel Bradshaw founder of StreetX which has grown into one of the world's biggest streetwear brands known for chaos marketing and sell out drops... but how did it all start? We go behind the scenes with Daniel and find out how he did it.BackChat's newest podcast, Back Yourself, talking to business leaders and decision makers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
To unpack the impacts of cancer rates skyrocketing in young people, Producer Jaspar McCahon-Boersma talks with hosts Dani Zhang and Tanita Razaghi, with audio from Rare Cancer Australia CEO Christine Cockburn. A major campaign is slowly gaining momentum across New South Wales, calling on the state’s criminal justice system to provide extra support for victim-survivors of sexual violence. To dive deeper into the topic, Jacinta Masters, the Campaign Manager at Fair Agenda, joins the show. For decades, sport’s been treated as a no-go zone for politics, a place to escape the world, not confront it. But that’s changing. Dr Kasey Symons, lecturer in Sports Media at Deakin University and co-founder of women in sport collective, Siren, breaks down the changes in sports and politics. As neo-nazis become increasingly visible on streets all around Australia, producer Emilios Kwasner-Catsivelakis takes a look at the psychology of radical political views. And Crystal Andrews, founder of publication Zee Feed and author of the essay ‘Let’s Not Give Conservative Politicians The Power of Becoming a Meme’ joins us to talk the memefication of right wing figures. This episode of Backchat was hosted by Dani Zhang and Tanita Razaghi, and produced by Holly Payne, Gabriella Accaria, Jaspar McCahon Borsema, Jordan Santander, Olivia Nunes-Malek and Emil Kwasner-Catsivelakis. Executive Produced by Holly Payne. Aired 6 September on Gadigal Land. Want to support our show? Follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave us a five star review, and share an episode with a friend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lee & Jamie chat through the excruciating 26-22 loss to Castleford Tigers away in SLRD25
Mark Readings tells his story on the Bali Bombings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We sat down with Mark Readings to chat about his life in sporting media, covering some of Australia's biggest stories & receiving a Logie for his coverage of the Bali bombings after being on the ground as the bombs went off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We start off the start of spooky season strong with a harrowing tale of real estate developers, NIMBYs and former antique dealers. Producer Holly Payne breaks down Woollahra's ghost train station and the future of development in the city's east. Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance deputy CEO Adam Portelli also joins to discuss the death of journalists in Gaza. Next, Asylum Seeker Resource Centre CEO and cookbook author Kon Karapanagiotidis speaks about his welcome feast for Palestinian refugees and the importance of not letting our hearts be dimmed by fear. Read more about Kon and his work here: https://asrc.org.au/kon/. Producer Jaspar McCahon-Boersma spoke to researcher Dr Kaz Ross about the conspiratorial legal ideology of sovereign citizens and why it's been making headlines recently. Last Monday, the government officially committed to expanding the Frist Home Buyers Grant. For our final story, producer Elise Papaioannou spoke to two young people hoping to crack into the housing market. This episode of Backchat was produced by Holly Payne, Jess D'Souza, Gabriella Accaria, Jaspar McCahon-Boersma, Elise Papaioannou and Harrie Hastings.Executive produced by Sana Shaikh.Hosted by Dani Zhang and Tanita Razaghi. Aired 30 August 2025 on Gadigal land.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lee & Jamie react to the fantastic 48-2 victory over Huddersfield Giants!
Where does Jesse Wagstaff sit on the Perth Wildcats greatest ever players list? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EMERGENCY PODCAST - Harley Reid has re-signed at the West Coast Eagles until 2028. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Perth Wildcats games record holder, 6x NBL champion & the world's greatest man, Jesse Wagstaff, joins the podcast today to chat championships, Wildcats basketball, punch ons and heaps more! Don't miss this one... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lee & Jamie chat through the disappointing 44-2 loss away at Wigan in SLRD23
Every parent hits that moment — the eye roll, the “you’re so unfair,” the slammed door. It’s the backchat that drives us up the wall. But what if we told you that this so-called “sass” is actually a sign of something good? In today’s episode, Justin and Kylie unpack why backchat is one of the most misunderstood parts of child development — and how you can respond in a way that strengthens your relationship, rather than wrecking it. We share 3 practical mindset shifts and 4 go-to scripts you can use today to turn attitude into connection and cooperation. Yes, even when the sass is strong. KEY POINTS: Backchat is often a clumsy expression of unmet needs — not a sign of defiance Reframing disrespect as a lack of skills (not a lack of values) changes everything Power struggles escalate when we seek control instead of connection Meeting autonomy, relatedness, and competence needs helps reduce pushback Get curious, not furious — especially when emotions are high Four practical scripts help parents respond with connection, not control QUOTE OF THE EPISODE: “Disrespect often isn’t deliberate — it’s just clumsy communication from a kid who doesn’t yet have the skills to do it better.” RESOURCES MENTIONED: The 3 Basic Psychological Needs: Autonomy, Relatedness, Competence The “Get Curious, Not Furious” principle happyfamilies.com.au for more resources and support ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS: Reframe backchat as a sign of emotional overwhelm or unmet needs Use validating language like “Sometimes it feels like I’m your enemy, doesn’t it?” Offer autonomy with choices (“I don’t mind when you do it — just have it done by dinner”) Give in fantasy what they can’t have in reality to lighten the moment Use the 3 E’s Script: “Sounds like you’re really frustrated... will you help me see what’s bothering you?” Set boundaries with respect: “I’m going to give you a chance to rethink that and try again in harmony with our values.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nicholas sits down with BackChat's Dan Const to preview the Pies upcoming clash with West Coast at Marvel Stadium this Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
She's been on our screens for decades now, giving parenting advice to parents around the world who need it…Supernanny Jo Frost joins Kieran on The Hard Shoulder!
From the Back Chat pod, former Eagles great Will Schofield jumps on the chat about the latest in AFL news and the case of Freo Captain Alex Pearce potential 3 match ban. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jack Mitchell and Josh Peterson open up the podcast to their subscribers, taking questions about the Nebraska athletics department, Matt Rhule's seat warmth, which coach could get fired next, and more. Plus, what they like and dislike most about being in the limelight and the floor and ceiling of Nebraska's 2025 team.To hear bonus episodes, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.