Podcasts about country practice

Yesterday Clairsy & Lisa spoke to Dionne Warwick who told them she ran into Elton John at the grocery store, so they decided to open the phones and text line and get your stories about which celebrity did you see doing a normal thing. Lisa told Clairsy that her favourite purple boots are finally on their last legs and she's sad to see them go. Clairsy opened his Tragic Music Box to go back to the year that gave us Donkey Kong, A Country Practice and the very naughty movie Porky's, 1981. In The Shaw Report, Taylor Swift becomes Forbes richest female musician plus bad news if you're a fan of Jeff Goldblum's TV series KAOS. The local movie business is ramping up here in the West and on Clairsy & Lisa's continuing series How To Make It In W.A, today they went hi-octane and spoke to Sam Desmond who is a stuntman where he told them how he got into a job where he does really dangerous stuff. Clairsy & Lisa had a chat about the Perth F45 fitness instructor who was inspired by a movie to fake her own death for a $700,000 pay out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Kristie return to talk the new series of #BakeoffAU. In this episode, we meet the new bakers, discuss the importance of “big whisk energy”, and make far too many references to “A Country Practice”. A fun adventure!

Really Interesting Women - the podcastEpisode 133Melinda Schneider*This podcast contains content about depression*Melinda started in the entertainment industry aged 3 alongside her mother, the legendary yodeller Mary Schneider. She recorded music at 8, had her acting debut in A Country Practice at 13, went on to release 14 albums and win six Golden Guitars from the Country Music Awards of Australia. Her songs have been recorded by Australian music royalty such as John Farnham, Olivia Newton-John and Paul Kelly. Melinda is an incredible live performer and has enjoyed huge touring success. After recording an album of Doris Day songs in tribute to her hero, Mary encouraged Melinda to write a full theatre show about Doris. She did. The tour which accompanied her #1 hit album ‘Melinda Does Doris' toured the country extensively and even sold out the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall twice!Having had a successful career for 40 years, she continues her innovative progression with the launch of an independent record label and, I understand, a new album early next year. Rock guru Glenn A Baker described her as one of this country's truly important artists. But, as is often the case, the achievements and accolades don't tell the whole story. In 2018, as a result of 30 years of relentless work combined with a perfectionist streak, Melinda was overcome with depression. She has been very public about it and I personally found it a really insightful discussion.  Her strength, resilience and determination in dealing with this issue stands, I imagine, with equal pride alongside all her other achievements. Head to the link in my bio to listen to Melinda's podcast episode. Visit instagram @reallyinterestingwomen for further interviews and posts of interesting women in history. Follow the link to leave a review....and tell your friendshttps://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/really-interesting-women/id1526764849

He was known and loved by a generation for his role as Dr Simon Bowen on A Country Practice, and we're delighted to say Grant Dodwell is our special guest on the Food Bytes podcast this week. As well as taking us on a nostalgic trip back to the Wandin Valley days, Grant brings us up to date on his life today, his involvement with Australian Theatre Live and his flair for making perfect banana bread! And our Food Poll this week? It's a battle to the death between hedgehog slice and jelly slice, and we can guarantee you that this one goes right down to the wire! Presented by Sarah Patterson & Kevin Hillier Broadcast each Sunday on the ACE Radio Network - https://aceradio.com.au/ Catch us also on: The Buzzz - Melbourne's Home of Classic Hits - thebuzzz.com.au Radio 2DD - Easy Listening - On Line - https://www.2dd.online/ Radio Bayside - Stream.radiobayside.com  Follow us on Facebook...https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Post-production by Chris Gates  for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2024See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Episode 91, The Occupational Philosophers chat with Dr. Anthony Simcoe, a multi-hyphenate, creative polymath! He is as comfortable on stage as he is in infrastructure projects in leadership, interpersonal and communication skills, and organisational culture. He is an Australian actor, a graduate of the National Institute of Dramatic Arts i Sydney and has appeared in over 20 TV shows and films including everything from A Country Practice to The Inbetweeners Movie 2…! He is widely adored for his portrayal of Steve Kerrigan in the 1997 film The Castle and Ka D'Argo in the science fiction television series Farscape  He was nominated for a Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Television Series in 2002 for his work on the show.  He holds a MFA specialising in Actor Training and has taught for NIDA, as well as teaching and directing at various other institutions including QUT.  But that's not all!  He has a doctorate in creative industries, organisational storytelling and knowledge management, which enables him to create engaging, lively, and dynamic learning spaces where adults are challenged and inspired. As a multi-hyphenate, with over 15 years of experience in training and coaching, Anthony is the company owner of a Consulting firm that links human potential to outstanding business results.  Anthony has a global track record of success in assisting his partners to win work in the billions of dollars through his bid coaching services. He has also coached and facilitated top executives, leaders, and teams in various industries and sectors, helping them to improve their communication, influence, and leadership skills.  Unsurprisingly, our guest leverages his background in the arts, to bring creativity, innovation, and pragmatism to his work. In this episode, they explore: How AI is changing the creative industry right here, right now! What can you accomplish at the limit of your talent? What Anthony discovered through his Doctorate in Creative Industries How storytelling accelerates learning and knowledge transfer Why great stories help you walk in someone else's shoes The art of leadership as demonstrated by Jodie Foster! The advantages of being a polymath What is the critical success factor when it comes to curiosity in teams  Why you can't ‘out body language, terrible content'! What a hashtag! What will help you be a leader who inspires your organisation (Hint.. build a bridge to your audience) Whether you should imagine your audience are naked when giving a presentation… Why you should ‘Be like Bowie' Another hashtag! And as ever, enjoy the Thought Experiments …this time it's:  Film plot in 6 words or less! Learn more about Anthony https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthony_Simcoe  https://www.linkedin.com/company/anthony-simcoe-consulting-asc/ https://www.anthonysimcoeconsulting.com/    References https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-04-11/discrimination-ruling-mona-ladies-lounge-when-is-exclusion-ok/103690878 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68384657 https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-coming-wave/mustafa-suleyman/michael-bhaskar/9781847927484 https://www.waterstones.com/book/leonardo-da-vinci/walter-isaacson/9781471166785   Say Hello to the Occupational Philosophers www.occupationalphilosophers.com Their day jobs: JOHN: https://www.bowlandconsulting.com/ SIMON: www.simonbanks.com.au SIMON SHOWREEL: https://youtu.be/YZQdJI6qGvg  

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Jodie Gillies commenced her dynamic career in 1983, following her graduation from the Nepean College in Sydney. In the same year she was cast as one of Major Stanley's daughters in the iconic Victorian State Opera's production and consequent tour of The Pirates of Penzance. She then appeared in Camelot with Richard Harris; followed by the role of Marta in Stephen Sondheim's Company and Vikki Fowler in King of Country, both for the Sydney Theatre Company. In October 1985 Jodie won the inaugural Australian Contemporary Singing Competition at the Sydney Opera House. Jodie starred in Australia Day Live, the Network Ten Bicentennial extravaganza. Jodie then went on to begin the first of three musical engagements at the Theatre Royal in Sydney, all of which would include the honour of creating her roles in the Premiere Australian seasons, these being Les Miserables, Chess and Aspects of Love.  Firstly she played Eponine in the amazing original Australian production of Les Miserables and her performance as the waifish Eponine won her wide acclaim as did her ensuing role as Aldonza in The Man of La Mancha. Jodie has also appeared in cabaret at Kinsela's in It's One for the Money and Two for the Show displaying her comedy and mimicry. Jodie then went on to play the lead role of Florence Vassy in the musical Chess to standing ovations and then toured to Queensland as Jess in Lipstick Dreams. Jodie was also awarded the prestigious Musical Theatre Performer of the Year by the Variety Club in 1991. Jodie has also toured with her own production The Other Woman which marked her debut as a writer and director. This show also took her to New York in 1992, where it was very well received. From there Jodie went on to play the role of Giulietta Trapani in Andrew Lloyd Webber's Aspects of Love in both Sydney and Melbourne. Jodie also joined the cast of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, taking over the starring role of the Narrator from Tina Arena at Sydney's Her Majesty's Theatre. Jodie also performed in Love Lemmings at the Tilbury Hotel in Sydney.  In late 1995, Jodie performed her second self written show called A Soldier's Song which tells the story of her Grandfather during the war years. She based the show on some diaries that her Grandfather had left behind from the war plus some of the classic tunes from around that time. Jodie's television credits include The Ray Martin Show, A Country Practice, Home and Away, The Money or the Gun, Live n' Sweaty, Hey Hey It's Saturday, the Steve Vizard Show and Once in a Blue Moon, a celebration of Australian Musicals. Jodie has also released a self titled solo album featuring songs from Les Miserables, Aspects of Love, Chess, Miss Saigon and more. The STAGES podcast is available to access and subscribe from Spotify and Apple podcasts. Or from wherever you access your favourite podcasts. A conversation with creatives about craft and career. Follow socials on instagram (stagespodcast) and facebook (Stages).www.stagespodcast.com.au

Kate Raison is an actor who is a familiar face for Australian theatre goers and television viewers. From a single guest role as an un-named nurse in an episodes of Sons and Daughters, she was a regular on dramas such as A Country Practice, Home and Away, and E-Street. Her theatre work has seen her perform in plays as disparate as Dark Voyager, Mary Stuart and The Torch Song Trilogy, and more recently she was fêted for her roles in Two and Killing Katie: Confessions of a Book Club. She's currently rehearsing for The Great Divide, the latest work from living legend David Williamson for the Ensemble Theatre, which plays from 8 March to 27 April. Kate talks about the joys of working on a new Williamson play, reminisces about those early TV roles that made her so familiar to audiences, and the joys and challenges of working in live theatre.

An actress who has been a core part of the Australian Theatre, Film and Television industries for nearly 50 years, Belinda Giblin's credits are so numerous that it takes a while just to scroll through them all. Her stage work covers seminal pieces of theatre, from Blithe Spirit to The Removalists, and on television she's appeared in any show of the past 50 years worth mentioning, whether it was The Sullivans, A Country Practice, Home and Away, not to mention that famous stint as the second coming of Pat the Rat in 1980s melodrama Sons and Daughters.  Fresh from her appearance in Suddenly Last Summer at the Ensemble Theatre, Belinda is now preparing for The Weekend, a new adaptation of Charlotte Wood's best selling novel, opening at Belvoir on August 5. In this light-hearted conversation, Belinda reveals some aspects of this new play, speaks fondly about her time working in what many regard as the golden era of Australian television, shares some music which is particularly memorable for her, plus much more.

Annie McCubbinAnnie is an author and thought leader, committed to elevating the quality of critical thinking in business and in life. After an early career leading a successful retail operation, Annie trained as an actor, and won major roles in theatre and television. During the 90's and early 2000's she appeared on most Australian TV dramas A Country Practice, Mother and Son, Murder Call, Water Rats and Love is a Four-Letter Word, and on stage playing some great Shakespearian roles. She directed and performed in the Sydney and Northern Australian seasons of Mum's the Word.Founding COUP with David in 2001, Annie trains, coaches, writes, directs and occasionally performs in corporate dramas, delivered live or via video.For the past 20 years Annie has worked with management teams and executives across ASX-listed companies, private businesses, industry associations and women's business groups to help people develop personal strategies to grow in power, impact, and influence.Her unique expertise peels back the layers of conventional corporate speak and opaque corporate cultures and, more importantly helps people make practical sense of their daily dramas. Her focus is on illuminating how flaws in our thinking can make people susceptible to poor decision-making and exploitation. She manages this without a single inspirational poster, scented candle or retreat in sight.Her first book, “Why Smart Women Make Bad Decisions” was published in June 2021 and was received with critical acclaim. It won the Best Audiobook at the 2022 Australian Business Book Awards.Her next book, “Why Smart Women Buy the Lies' arrived on bookshelves in May 2023 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Episode 7 of Talking Prisoner Presents, where hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten had an engaging conversation with the legendary Australian TV actor, Shane Withington. Boasting a career spanning over four decades, Shane is best known for his roles as Brendan Jones in A Country Practice and John Palmer in Home and Away.In this insightful interview, Shane shares his childhood experiences and the origins of his passion for acting. As an avid sailor, he also recounts some adventurous sailing tales that could easily be mistaken for scenes from Home and Away.Shane delves into his time on A Country Practice, discussing the audition process for the role of Nurse Brendan Jones, working with the show's beloved actors, and the intricacies of shooting the iconic series. He also touches on one of the most memorable death scenes in Australian television history: the passing of Molly.The conversation shifts to Shane's encounter with David Bowie and his amusing anecdote about their meeting. He then speaks about his experience working on Out of The Blue, his role as Simon Wilson, and the story behind the conclusion of Willing and Abel, a show he worked on with fellow A Country Practice alumni Grant Dodwell.Currently appearing in Home and Away for the past 13 years and over 1600 episodes, Shane shares insights into his character John Palmer and his initial appearance on the show in 2006 as Colin Page. He also talks about working with co-stars like Sonia Todd, Ray Meagher, and other notable cast members, as well as offering valuable advice for aspiring actors seeking to break into the industry.Shane's personal life intertwines with his on-screen story, as he is married to Anne Tenney, who played his wife Molly in A Country Practice. He opens up about their meeting, Anne's departure from the show, and his decision to remain for an additional six months. Finally, Shane addresses questions submitted by fans, offering a comprehensive and entertaining look into his life and career. #homeandaway #shanewithington #acountrypractice #davidbowie

New York born, Natalie Mosco appeared on Australian stages over a three decade period in productions that included The Rocky Horror Show, Get Happy, The Conquest of Carmen Miranda, Company and Oscar's Turn to Sing.Her earliest theatrical experiences were garnered as a dancer in a string of operas for the Metropolitan Opera House, as well as Swan Lake and Sleeping Beauty for Britain's Royal Ballet.She turned to acting in 1965 with plays for Off-Broadway's American Place Theatre. In 1968 she was a member, and later starred with the original Broadway cast of Hair and began a four year association with that show which took her as a performer/choreographer to Toronto, Boston, Paris, and finally Melbourne for the beginning of the Australian tour.Following Hair, Natalie toured with Jesus Christ Superstar, leaving that show for major roles in Grease, Two Gentlemen of Verona, No Sex Please We're British, Pippin, Gershwin, and The Magic Show. An offer to re-create her Australian role in The Magic Show on Broadway took her back to America where she remained for almost five years doing Broadway, television, and regional theatre work including new plays, musicals and ‘standards' such as ‘Maggie' in Cat On a Hot Tin Roof.In Australia, her television credits include regular roles in Bellbird, Number 96, Learned Friends, The Last Bastion, A Country Practice and Carson's Law, as well as guest spots for the ABC and Crawfords in sundry roles. Natalie performed the role of ballerina ‘Grushinskaya' in the West End production of Grand Hotel. And for the prestigious Paper Mill Playhouse in New Jersey; ‘Belinda Blair' in Noises Off; and ‘Emily Whitman' in the first revival of Follies, alongside Kaye Ballard, Eddie Bracken, Donna McKechnie and Ann Miller.We're thrilled to welcome Natalie Mosco to the STAGES podcast.The STAGES podcast is available to access and subscribe from Spotify and Apple podcasts. Or from wherever you access your favourite podcasts. A conversation with creatives about craft and career. Follow socials on instagram (stagespodcast) and facebook (Stages).www.stagespodcast.com.au

Peter Whitford had celebrated 17 prolific years in show business as one of Australia's leading actors before he was ever required to sing publicly in the commercial theatre. This was as the wily Governor in The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. Eight years later he trod the musical boards again in another Mike Walsh produced delight; Anything Goes as Moonface Martin; public enemy number 13, opposite Geraldine Turner. Another musical was to follow with Me and My Girl as Sir John, opposite Sheila Bradley.Born in Adelaide, his early stage ventures came though university theatre. Graduating from NIDA in 1963, Peter did an ABC radio play, King of Hearts, and never looked back.His professional stage experience was in the Old Tote's inaugural production of The Cherry Orchard. His theatre performances include Ghosts at Belvoir Street; See How They Run, Why Me? And A Small Family Business for the Northside Theatre Company; and The Country Wife for the Sydney Theatre Company.Other credits on his vast list include Hedda Gabler for the Royal Queensland Theatre Company, Butley and The Season at Sarsaparilla for the Old Tote, Cyrano de Bergerac and A Map of the World for the Sydney Theatre Company, When the Wind Blows for Belvoir Street, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum and Catch Me If  You Can for Northside, and Kennedy's Children for the Melbourne Theatre Company.For television, Peter's performances include roles in I've Married a Bachelor, Water Under the Bridge, Division 4, Number 96, Carson's Law, A Country Practice, Bodyline, The Last Bastion, The Henderson Kids, Land of Hope, Rafferty's Rules, All Saints and the spin-off series for Kingswood Country known as Bullpitt! Some audience members may even remember him as Jack in ABC radio's Blue Hills. Peter's last acting credit was an episode of Rake in 2010.Peter has appeared in many films including My Brilliant Career, Phar Lap, Careful He Might Hear You, Dead End Drive-in, Running from the Guns and Warm Nights on a Slow Moving Train. Perhaps his most indelible screen performance was as the flamboyant Les Kendall in Baz Luhrmann's Strictly Ballroom.Our stage and screen elders possess such a wealth of knowledge and experience. It's so vital that we hear these stories. It was an enormous treat to access those stories via Peter Whitford. Enjoy!The STAGES podcast is available to access and subscribe from Spotify and Apple podcasts. Or from wherever you access your favourite podcasts. A conversation with creatives about craft and career. Follow socials on instagram (stagespodcast) and facebook (Stages).www.stagespodcast.com.au

Sal Sharah is an actor and singer who studied at the Actors Conservatory under the tutelage of Brian Syron and Henry Bannister. He trained in singing with Dot Mendoza and Dance with Keith Bain. Sal's Theatre credits include the role of Sahir in Jump for Jordan (Griffin), Miss Julie (STC), Les Enfants du Paradis (Belvoir), The Rise and Fall of Little Voice (STC), Hakawati (National Theatre of Parramatta/Sydney Festival), Felliniada (Belvoir/Auto de Fe); Salome (Crossroads); My Son the Lawyer is Drowning (Ensemble Theatre); Alex & Eve (Bulldog Theatre Company) and Grace Under Pressure. Musical theatre forays include Guys and Dolls, Aladdin, Grease, Sunset Boulevard and My Fair Lady. Sal originated the role of Riff Raff in Australia, in Harry M. Millar's celebrated production of The Rocky Horror Show. Sal's Television credits include a host of classic and groundbreaking programs; The Code, Rake, Major Crime, East West 101, Water Rats, All Saints, Wildside, Heartbreak High, Mission Impossible, GP, A Country Practice and The Restless Years. His film credits include the role of Nick in The Boys (Arenafilms), Chain Reaction (Palm Beach Pictures), Iman in Alex and Eve, Section 29, Hostage and The Custodian. Sal has navigated a rich variety of theatrical experience on stage and behind the scenes. He generously charts his career and provides unique insight of a wondrous profession, in a challenging industry, in this fascinating 2-episode conversation of the STAGES podcast. The STAGES podcast is available to access and subscribe from Spotify and Apple podcasts. Or from wherever you access your favourite podcasts. A conversation with creatives about craft and career. Recipient of Best New Podcast at 2019 Australian Podcast Awards. Follow socials on instagram (stagespodcast) and facebook (Stages). www.stagespodcast.com.au

Sal Sharah is an actor and singer who studied at the Actors Conservatory under the tutelage of Brian Syron and Henry Bannister. He trained in singing with Dot Mendoza and Dance with Keith Bain. Sal's Theatre credits include the role of Sahir in Jump for Jordan (Griffin), Miss Julie (STC), Les Enfants du Paradis (Belvoir), The Rise and Fall of Little Voice (STC), Hakawati (National Theatre of Parramatta/Sydney Festival), Felliniada (Belvoir/Auto de Fe); Salome (Crossroads); My Son the Lawyer is Drowning (Ensemble Theatre); Alex & Eve (Bulldog Theatre Company) and Grace Under Pressure. Musical theatre forays include Guys and Dolls, Aladdin, Grease, Sunset Boulevard and My Fair Lady. Sal originated the role of Riff Raff in Australia, in Harry M. Millar's celebrated production of The Rocky Horror Show. Sal's Television credits include a host of classic and groundbreaking programs; The Code, Rake, Major Crime, East West 101, Water Rats, All Saints, Wildside, Heartbreak High, Mission Impossible, GP, A Country Practice and The Restless Years. His film credits include the role of Nick in The Boys (Arenafilms), Chain Reaction (Palm Beach Pictures), Iman in Alex and Eve, Section 29, Hostage and The Custodian. Sal has navigated a rich variety of theatrical experience on stage and behind the scenes. He generously charts his career and provides unique insight of a wondrous profession, in a challenging industry, in this fascinating 2-episode conversation of the STAGES podcast. The STAGES podcast is available to access and subscribe from Spotify and Apple podcasts. Or from wherever you access your favourite podcasts. A conversation with creatives about craft and career. Recipient of Best New Podcast at 2019 Australian Podcast Awards. Follow socials on instagram (stagespodcast) and facebook (Stages). www.stagespodcast.com.au

Podcast Linktree We're nearing the end of our first season but not before we bring you some stellar new guests to discuss what's happening in Australian theatre. On this episode we sit down with Grant Dodwell, Creative Director of Australian Theatre Live, the newest streaming platform just for Australian theatre productions! Grant talks us through the creation of ATL, as well as stories from his wealth of experience in the Australian entertainment industry. Australian Theatre Live records and distributes popular Australian theatre captures to audiences across the country and the world. They make theatre accessible to arts lovers regardless of location, income or ability. They encourage and promote theatre companies, playwrights, performers and creative technicians further developing our local live-performance industry. Listen to Grant go into behind the scenes stories of how live shows get filmed and answer our 1 Minute Theatre Thoughts! Sign up to Australian Theatre Live by following the link here. Support the podcast by signing up to our PATREON as we prepare to release exlusive member only access to the podcast in 2023! Don't forget you can find all our episode information on our dedicated podcast site. Follow the link in this episode's description or follow us on the Official Podcast Instagram @ttpod_official.  About Grant Grant is a professional actor, writer and producer with over 40 years' experience in theatre, film and television. Trained at NIDA, he is best known as Dr Simon Bowen in A Country Practice winning three Logie awards for the role he played for three years of its eleven year run. Grant is a co-founder of ATLive and is passionate about ensuring younger generations have affordable access to theatre. He is a consistent advocate for actors and theatre creatives, ensuring their work is preserved and celebrated both locally and abroad. Show Timings 01:24 - Welcome to a new episode! 05:25 - Australian Theatre Live 13:50 - The process of filming a live show 15:36 - Where did ATL start? 19:00 - The Logistics 28:00 - Grant's Highlights 30:36 - 1 Minute Theatre Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deborah Galanos is an Australian actress of Greek heritage and a National Institute of Dramatic Art acting degree graduate. Before NIDA, Galanos attended Sydney University and UNSW studying Arts & Law. She has appeared in many theatre, television and film roles and is best known for her role as Dr Meredith George in ABC's Children's Hospital. However, since 1990, most of her work has been in the theatre, and through years of touring has performed on most stages all over Australia. Deborah recently completed a season of the stage adaptation of Anne Deveson's Tell Me I'm Here. The adaptation by Veronica Nadine Gleeson, was presented as part of Belvoir theatre's 2022 season. Other work on the Belvoir stage includes Stop Girl, The Boomkak Panto and 25A's Son of Byblos. Her other theatre credits include Greek Tragedy (Belvoir Company B), Bonnie & Clyde (Hayes Theatre Company), Wicked Sisters (Griffin), Lady Tabouli (National Theatre Of Parramatta/Sydney Festival), Gods of Strangers (State Theatre Company South Australia), The God Committee, Heartbreak Kid (Ensemble), I'm With Her, The Mystery of Love & Sex (Darlinghurst Theatre Company), Antigone (Sport For Jove), Metamorphoses (Apocalypse/Old Fitz), Unfinished Works, Homesick (Bontom/Seymour/505), Seagull (Secret House), Dropped (The Goods Theatre Company/Old Fitz), House of Ramon Iglesia (MopHead/Old Fitz), Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (theatrongroup), Mum's the Word (Burberry Productions/Australian tours/SOH Playhouse/Glen Street), A Kind of Alaska, Suddenly Last Summer, Hotel Hibiscus (NIDA company), Boswell for the Defence (Sydney Festival), The Shearston Shift (STC/Australian People's Theatre). Her television credits include My Place, Police Rescue, G.P., Pulse, Rake, Redfern Now (ABC); Camp (NBC/Matchbox); Murder Call (Nine Network); A Country Practice, All Saints, Home & Away (Seven Network). Deborah's film credits include Chasing Comets, Balls, Boys from the Bush, Cavity, Inside Out, No Worries, The Premonition, and Razzle Dazzle. Deborah's been nominated for several Sydney Theatre Awards and is a proud MEAA Member since 1990. From October 23rd to November 6th she appears in Danny Ball's The Italians, at 25A Belvoir Theatre. The STAGES podcast is available to access and subscribe from Spotify and Apple podcasts. Or from wherever you access your favourite podcasts. A conversation with creatives about craft and career. Recipient of Best New Podcast at 2019 Australian Podcast Awards. Follow socials on instagram (stagespodcast) and facebook (Stages). www.stagespodcast.com.au

Grant Dodwell has more than 40 years' experience in the entertainment industry in theatre, television and film appearing in many of Australia's best known stage shows and television series. He is best known for his three time Logie award-winning role playing Dr. Simon Bowen in A Country Practice. Grant is also the co-founder of Australian Theatre Live, a not-for-profit organisation that records and distributes popular Australian theatre, making it accessible to arts lovers regardless of location, income or ability. Australian Theatre Live has just launched their own streaming service which you can sign up for here: https://stream.australiantheatre.live/ Aus Theatre Live: australiantheatre.live/about-us/ Don't Be So Dramatic Podcast: Podcast instagram:@dbsdpodcast Rachel's instagram:@rachel.lauren.baker Email: info@asmanagement.com.au Produced by: Alyssa Stevenson, Rachel Baker Network: Diamantina Media (DM Podcasts) Audio Editor: Echidna Audio https://echidnaaudio.com/ Video Content Editor: Carlos Morales @carlos_morales_editor_mgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talking Prisoner Presents Sons and Daughters EP 4 Interview with Tom Richards David PalmerWelcome to Episode 4 of Talking Prisoner Presents. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with Tom Richards who played David Palmer in Sons and Daughters. Tom has appeared in many other Australian TV Classics such as Homicide, Division 4, Ryan, Bluey, The Sullivans, The Box, Chopper Squad, Cop Shop, Bellamy, Richmond Hill, The Flying Doctors, A Country Practice, Water Rats, Big Sky, Murder Call and All Saints, he is most known for playing David Palmer on Sons and Daughters. We spoke to Tom about his life growing up as a child and some of his first jobs he had out of school. Tom explained to us how he got into acting and what it was like to be in the 1971 Theatre production “The Rose and the Ring” at the famous Twelfth theatre. Tom played Terry Young in Matlock Police and told us about his time on Matlock and what it was like to work with Paul Cronin who played Senior Constable Gary Hogan. Tom shared with us a story about Roger Moore and the Bond girls, an absolute exclusive to Talking Prisoner. We then moved on to long running drama Sons and Daughters. We spoke about how Tom got the part of the hot tempered David Palmer and told us about what it was like to work with Brian Blain who played Gordon Hamilton. Tom shared with us why he left Sons and Daughters in 1986 and to come back in 1987. Tom shared all his memories with us about Sons and Daughters including what it was like working with Rowena Wallace Pat the Rat, Leila Hayes who played Beryl Palmer and working with Prisoner favourite Lisa Crittenden who played his daughter Leigh. Tom shared with us about the trip to Belgium to meet the fans and what that experience was like. Tom answered all fan questions and so much more.Please like and subscribe to our YouTube Channel Talking Prisoner#sonsanddaughters #davidplamer #tomrichards 

Welcome to Episode 48 Part 1 of Talking Prisoner. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with Lisa Crittenden for her first ever exclusive interview about her career. Lisa appeared in 91 episodes of Prisoner. Lisa has an extensive list of credits to her name such as Australian classic TV shows and Movies, such as Power Without Glory, The Sullivans, Holiday Island, Bellamy, The Restless Years, A Country Practice, Carson's Law, Whose Baby, Rafferty's Rules, High Tide, Coverstory, Every Woman's Dream, Repeat Performance, Xena Warrior Princess and Short Cuts. Lisa also played the regular character of Leigh Palmer in Sons and Daughters from 1985-1986, Nurse Carrie Burton in Shortland Street in 1992 and had 3 different roles in Blue Heelers. Part 2 is all about Prisoner and Lisa's time on Prisoner. Ken and Matt spoke to Lisa about her first day on the set and a funny story about a chair she sat on in the green room. Lisa shares her memories of what it was like shooting her first scenes with Joy Westmore who played Officer Barry and how much she learnt from working with Maggie Kirkpatrick who played Joan Ferguson. Lisa spoke about working with legendary casting director Jan Russ who played Lisa's on screen mum in Prisoner and also what it was like working with Darius Perkins who played Trevor Collins in the halfway house storylines. Lisa had many scenes with Sheila Florance and shares her memories of working with Sheila and her on screen boyfriend Spud played by Robert Forza and Alan Lee who played Tony Berman. We discussed the storyline surrounding Marina Finlay and Michael Cormick who played Lainie Dobson and Alan Farmer and what Lisa thought of that storyline. Lisa shares her memories working with Val Lehman and what she learnt as an actress from Val. Lisa had some great scenes with Carole Skinner who played Nola McKenzie and spoke about working with Carole and Betty Bobbitt. We discussed Lisa's final scenes working with Lesley Baker who played Belle Tinker Peters and played Monica Ferguson in the early days of Prisoner. Lisa talks about her meeting with Ian Smith about Lisa finishing her time on Prisoner and much more. Lisa also answered all fan questions. Please like and subscribe to our Youtube channel. #lisacrittenden #maggiekirkpatrick #carolskinner #prisoner #cellblockh #wentworth

Welcome to Episode 48 Part 1 of Talking Prisoner. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with Lisa Crittenden for her first ever exclusive interview about her career. Lisa appeared in 91 episodes of Prisoner. Lisa has an extensive list of credits to her name such as Australian classic TV shows and Movies, such as Power Without Glory, The Sullivans, Holiday Island, Bellamy, The Restless Years, A Country Practice, Carson's Law, Whose Baby, Rafferty's Rules, High Tide, Coverstory, Every Woman's Dream, Repeat Performance, Xena Warrior Princess and Short Cuts. Lisa also played the regular character of Leigh Palmer in Sons and Daughters from 1985-1986, Nurse Carrie Burton in Shortland Street in 1992 and had 3 different roles in Blue Heelers. Part 2 is all about Prisoner and Lisa's time on Prisoner. Ken and Matt spoke to Lisa about her first day on the set and a funny story about a chair she sat on in the green room. Lisa shares her memories of what it was like shooting her first scenes with Joy Westmore who played Officer Barry and how much she learnt from working with Maggie Kirkpatrick who played Joan Ferguson. Lisa spoke about working with legendary casting director Jan Russ who played Lisa's on screen mum in Prisoner and also what it was like working with Darius Perkins who played Trevor Collins in the halfway house storylines. Lisa had many scenes with Sheila Florance and shares her memories of working with Sheila and her on screen boyfriend Spud played by Robert Forza and Alan Lee who played Tony Berman. We discussed the storyline surrounding Marina Finlay and Michael Cormick who played Lainie Dobson and Alan Farmer and what Lisa thought of that storyline. Lisa shares her memories working with Val Lehman and what she learnt as an actress from Val. Lisa had some great scenes with Carole Skinner who played Nola McKenzie and spoke about working with Carole and Betty Bobbitt. We discussed Lisa's final scenes working with Lesley Baker who played Belle Tinker Peters and played Monica Ferguson in the early days of Prisoner. Lisa talks about her meeting with Ian Smith about Lisa finishing her time on Prisoner and much more. Lisa also answered all fan questions. Please like and subscribe to our Youtube channel. #lisacrittenden #maggiekirkpatrick #carolskinner #prisoner #cellblockh #wentworth

Welcome to Episode 48 Part 1 of Talking Prisoner. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with Lisa Crittenden for her first ever exclusive interview about her career. Lisa appeared in 91 episodes of Prisoner. Lisa has an extensive list of credits to her name such as Australian classic TV shows and Movies, such as Power Without Glory, The Sullivans, Holiday Island, Bellamy, The Restless Years, A Country Practice, Carson's Law, Whose Baby, Rafferty's Rules, High Tide, Coverstory, Every Woman's Dream, Repeat Performance, Xena Warrior Princess and Short Cuts. Lisa also played the regular character of Leigh Palmer in Sons and Daughters from 1985-1986, Nurse Carrie Burton in Shortland Street in 1992 and had 3 different roles in Blue Heelers. Ken and Matt spoke to Lisa about her life growing up as a child in Spotswood Melbourne and her parents supporting her acting career from a young age even from appearing on talent shows such as Young Talent Time. Lisa spoke about her challenging times at school and what inspired her to start acting. Lisa was in Whose Baby in 1987 which was based on a true story and was able to share her memories of working on that show. Lisa played Sally Meredith on the Sullivans and had some amazing stories to share about her time on that show. We also spoke with Lisa about her time as Briony Thompson in the Restless Years and her two different roles on A Country Practice in 1982 and 1984. Lisa spoke about her move to New Zealand to appear as Carrie Burton on Shortland Street and where she met Prisoner Producer Ian Bradley for a second time as he was working on Shortland Street. Lisa shared an emotional story with Ken and Matt about the day she decided that she wanted to leave the acting industry and what she has been doing since. Lisa also played Gabrielle's mother Hecuba in Xena Warrior Princess and spoke about her time on Xena. Part 1 is dedicated to Lisa's life growing up, career and her memories working on all the shows she has appeared on with some talk about Prisoner. Part 2 will be dedicated exclusively to Prisoner and Lisa's memories of Prisoner. Please like and subscribe to our YouTube Channel and share these interviews. This is Lisa's first ever interview about her career and is a Talking Prisoner exclusive.  #lisacrittenden #xena #thesullivans #prisoner #cellblockh

Welcome to Episode 3 of Talking Prisoner “Presents” Neighbours. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with David Clencie who played Original Neighbours cast member Danny Ramsey, David was also the very first person to say the very first word on Neighbours in Episode 1. David has appeared in many well known Australian TV shows such as A Country Practice, Cop Shop, The Sullivans, I Can Jump puddles, Starting Out, Stingers, Blue Heelers and Neighbours. We discussed David's life growing up as a child and his school life and how he got his break in acting. David is also a passionate Richmond Tigers Supporter and runs a huge Richmond Fan group which we discussed with him. David discussed with us what it was like to work on the Crawford's production Cop Shop and how he got his part on Starting out which was a Reg Watson show. We then moved on to David's part playing Steve Sullivan on the Sullivans and what it was like to work on that show. David appeared in Neighbours for over 172 episodes and was on the very first Episode when Neighbours was with Channel 7, we discussed how he got the part of Danny Ramsey and what it was like for him and the cast when channel 7 axed the show and Channel 10 picked the show up, he explained to us the differences of Channel 10 owning the show compared to channel 7 and what his working schedule was like each day shooting Neighbours. David worked with some very talented actors over the course of Neighbours including Alan Dale, Anne Haddy, Vivean Gray, Jason Donovan, and his close friend Darius Perkins who played the original Scott Robinson. David was also able to share some special memories of working with Francis Bell who played Max Ramsey and then working with Gary Files who played Tom Ramsey. David told us about the time he went back to Neighbours in 2005 for the 20th Anniversary episode and how he felt being back on the set of Neighbours. Please like and subscribe to our YouTube channel Talking Prisoner #neighbours #jasondonovan #davidclencie #copshop

Welcome to Episode 47 of Talking Prisoner. Host Matt Batten sat down with Patrea Smallacombe. Patrea has worked as a Script Writer, Script Editor, Story Editor and Storyliner. She wrote and co-wrote 10 episodes of Prisoner and was a part of the Storyline team from 1982-1983. She has worked on other Australian TV shows, including The Young Doctors, Neighbours and A Country Practice. Patrea moved to the UK in 1987 where she continued to work on high profile shows, such as Emmerdale, Children's Ward, Families, Playing the Field Peak Practice, Brookside, The Bill, Family Affairs, Coronation Street, EastEnders, Hollyoaks Later, River City, Casualty, Holby City, Hollyoaks and London Kills. Matt discussed with Patrea her life growing up in South Australia and her years at school and how she got into script writing for the Young Doctors working with her famous Aunty Betty Quinn who was also a writer on Prisoner. Patrea shared her memories of her Aunty and what it was like working with Reg Watson in the early years of Prisoner and working with Ian Bradley. Patrea recalls her time she was researching for Prisoner and visiting actual Prisoners and spoke about the time she visited the lady who Shelia Florence's character was based on and how nervous she was at the time. Patrea was also able to share memories of working with Writer Denise Morgan. Patrea shares with us how she begins her writing process and what it is like to work on UK Soaps compared to Australian Soaps. Matt asks Patrea what it was like in the writers room of Prisoner and what it was like day to day writing for Prisoner and Patrea shares a story about how the had to re write the script several times for the entrance of Joan The Freak Ferguson. Patrea also worked on Neighbours for a period and shares her thoughts on the ending of the Australian Iconic show. Patrea also worked on UK show Brookside and we spoke about the show creator Phil Redmond and what it was like to work with Phil and on Brookside and the dark storylines on the show. Patrea was able to answer all fan questions. Please like and subscribe to our YouTube channel. #patreasmallacombe #bettyquinn #coronationstreet #cellblockh #prisoner

Welcome to EP 41 of Talking Prisoner. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with Glenda Linscott who played inmate Rita Connors. Glenda graduated from NIDA and has worked in all aspects of the performing arts industry. Alongside her considerable acting credits, she has not only been in theatre shows, but also directed them as well. Glenda is also a performance coach, actor trainer and voice-over artist. Her TV credits include: Mennotti, The Sullivans, Patrol Boat, The Cowra Breakout, A Country Practice, The Miraculous Mellops, Big Ideas, Janus, Soldier, Soldier, Murder Call, All Saints, Back Berner, Fergus McPhail, MDA, McLeod's Daughters, Underbelly: Infiltration, Winners and Losers, Neighbours, and the Miss Fisher Murder Mysteries. We spoke to Glenda about her life growing up and what lead her into acting and her time and NIDA and what it was like to study at NIDA. Glenda currently teaches at the Western Australian Academy of Performing arts (WAAPA) and spoke to us what it is like to teach. We spoke to Glenda about her time on the various TV shows that she has appeared on and how she got the part on Prisoner and what the audition was like for her. Glenda was able to share her memories of playing Dr Imogen “Tootsie” Soames in Murder Call and what it was like preparing for that role. We spoke in length about Glenda's time on Prisoner and how she got the role of Top Dog Rita Conners and what the audition was like. Rita wore many tattoos on the show and she told us why they ended up showing less of her tattoos later in the show. Glenda shared with us about her heavy workload on the show and fainting on set one day from exhaustion and how tiring it could be playing Rita. Glenda shared some stories and memories of working with Ian Doig who played slasher and filming those scenes with the CB radios. We broke down some iconic scenes that Glenda appeared in including the fight against Joan Ferguson in the Lou Kelly Riot episodes and what it was like to film those episodes and we also discussed the Blackmoor period and working with Ray Meagher. #glendalinscott #ritaconnors #cellblockh #wentworth

Welcome to Episode 39 of Talking Prisoner. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with the amazingly talented Anna Hruby who played inmate Paddy Lawson. Anna has appeared in many Australian TV shows and Movies including Seven Little Australians, The Evil Touch, The Outsiders, The Sullivans, The Young Doctors, Chopper Squad, Case for the Defence, Skyways, Cathy's Child, The Journalist, The Restless Years, Cop Shop, Sporting Chance, Bellamy, Sons and Daughters, Rafferty's Rules, The Harp in the South, Fields of Fires, Poor Man's Orange, Fragments of War: The Story of Damien Parer, E-Street, The Flying Doctors, Big Ideas, A Country Practice, G.P., Janus, Police Rescue, Heartbreak High, Children's Hospital, Fireflies, All Saints and Blood Brothers. She is also very well known for her role as Headmistress, Judith Ackroyd in Home and Away from 1999-2000. We spoke to Anna about her life growing up and what it was like to come from such a big showbusiness family with her Mum being Joy Hruby who was a Actress, Producer, Film Maker, Author, Entertainer, Comedian and Agent with a career spanning more than 50 years. Anna was able to share her memories of working on Seven Little Australians and working with Len Teale and Ruth Cracknell. We then discussed her role on The Sullivans and playing Sandy Pearce on the Young Doctors, a role that led to Anna being expelled from school. We discussed her role as Tracy Kingsford on Sons and Daughters and one her well known roles as Judith Ackroyd on Home and Away and her memories of working on that show. Anna is also a very well known voice over artist and is also known as the Telstra lady, Anna also performed a Telstra voiceover message for us live on this interview. Anna shared her memories of working on Prisoner playing Paddy Lawson and how she got the role and some very funny stories about her first day on set and an even funnier one about Sheila Florance. We talked about the great fire escape episodes and the traumatic death scene with Nola killing Paddy. Anna told us why she left Prisoner even after she was asked to stay longer and renew her contact. We covered lots about Prisoner and Anna answered all fan questions. Please like and subscribe to our YouTube Channel. #annahruby #joyhruby #cellblockh #prisoner #telstra #wentworth

Welcome to Episode 39 of Talking Prisoner. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with the amazingly talented Anna Hruby who played inmate Paddy Lawson. Anna has appeared in many Australian TV shows and Movies including Seven Little Australians, The Evil Touch, The Outsiders, The Sullivans, The Young Doctors, Chopper Squad, Case for the Defence, Skyways, Cathy's Child, The Journalist, The Restless Years, Cop Shop, Sporting Chance, Bellamy, Sons and Daughters, Rafferty's Rules, The Harp in the South, Fields of Fires, Poor Man's Orange, Fragments of War: The Story of Damien Parer, E-Street, The Flying Doctors, Big Ideas, A Country Practice, G.P., Janus, Police Rescue, Heartbreak High, Children's Hospital, Fireflies, All Saints and Blood Brothers. She is also very well known for her role as Headmistress, Judith Ackroyd in Home and Away from 1999-2000. We spoke to Anna about her life growing up and what it was like to come from such a big showbusiness family with her Mum being Joy Hruby who was a Actress, Producer, Film Maker, Author, Entertainer, Comedian and Agent with a career spanning more than 50 years. Anna was able to share her memories of working on Seven Little Australians and working with Len Teale and Ruth Cracknell. We then discussed her role on The Sullivans and playing Sandy Pearce on the Young Doctors, a role that led to Anna being expelled from school. We discussed her role as Tracy Kingsford on Sons and Daughters and one her well known roles as Judith Ackroyd on Home and Away and her memories of working on that show. Anna is also a very well known voice over artist and is also known as the Telstra lady, Anna also performed a Telstra voiceover message for us live on this interview. Anna shared her memories of working on Prisoner playing Paddy Lawson and how she got the role and some very funny stories about her first day on set and an even funnier one about Sheila Florance. We talked about the great fire escape episodes and the traumatic death scene with Nola killing Paddy. Anna told us why she left Prisoner even after she was asked to stay longer and renew her contact. We covered lots about Prisoner and Anna answered all fan questions. Please like and subscribe to our YouTube Channel. #annahruby #joyhruby #cellblockh #prisoner #telstra #wentworth

Welcome to Episode 38 of Talking Prisoner.  Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with Terrie Waddell who played inmate Lisa Mullins. Terri was in the final year of Prisoner and in the very last episode 692. Terrie has also appeared in Neighbours, A Country Practice, A Cry in the Dark, Golden Braid, Wedlocked, The Dame was loaded and Prisoner. We discussed Terries life growing up as a child and where her love for acting came from. Terrie told us about her time on Neighbours and her thoughts on the recent axing of the show. Terrie shared with us why she left acting and to become a Professor in the Department of Creative Arts and English, she shared with us her passion for writing and writing the book “The Lost Child Complex in Australian Film. We discussed Prisoner in great depth and what it was like for Terri to take over the character of Lisa Mullins from Nikki Paul and how she felt about getting the part and how quick it all happened. Terri had many scenes with Rosanne Hull-Brown who played Merle Jones and discussed with us what it was like working with Rosanne and working with Philip Hyde who played Officer Rodney Adams and gave us some behind the scenes on the attempted Rape scene with Peter Lindsay who played Spud. Terrie shared her memories of what it was like to work on Prisoner in its final year and how heavy the workload was with the long hours, We also asked Terrie if the show was to continue would she have like to have continued on longer as Lisa Mullins. Terrie had some scenes with the late Taya Stratton and shared her memories about Taya who played Spider Simpson. There has been lots of speculation and Rumours over the years that Terrie was pregnant when she was on Prisoner and Terri confirms with Ken and Matt the true story on Talking Prisoner. We also spoke about her memories on the last day of Prisoner working on Episode 692 and her scenes with Glenda Linscott, Terrie is a huge fan of Wentworth and shares her thoughts about the re-imagining of Prisoner, We spoke about so much more, Terrie was able to answer all fan questions. Please like and subscribe to our YouTube channel #terriewaddell #prisoner #cellblockh #wentworth

Wendy Stehlow is an Australian actor well known for her many years on the Aussie soap 'A Country Practice' - and her many appearances on Australian stages. In this episode she discusses her love of Judi Dench, Shakespeare.. and whales!Support the show

It's hard to believe A Stitch in Time is Sasha Hadden's first film. He's made two short films and a documentary, and this film cements him as a serious talent and a filmmaker to keep an eye on. Here, Sasha discusses how he developed a passion for filmmaking at a young age thanks to his supportive mother, his love for Australian filmmaking great Bruce Beresford, and how he used this film as a training ground for emerging filmmakers. As a bonus, this episode also includes a ten minute chat with one of the film's stars - veteran Australian actor Belinda Giblin who plays Christine in the film. As one of Australia's most distinguished actors of stage and screen, most of you will know Belinda from her roles in Home and Away, Sons and Daughters, Good Guys Bad Guys, Heartbreak High, The Sullivans and A Country Practice.

After getting to know A Country Practice a lot better, by watching it as adults, we're both mad for Maggie Sloan and Esme Watson. So, here we are watching the episode where Maggie Sloan comes to Wandin Valley. She's a bit of a punish, we don't see the softness in her that we come to love, but she's still a bit of legend. What has ACP got to say about being a middle aged woman? These eps seem to have a lot to say. In today's episode, Kim looks at the Dutch Reform Church and Melanie takes a peak into the life and career of the legendary Joan Sydney. A COUNTRY PODCAST on FacebookHost/ Producer: Melanie Tait on Twitter Host/ Producer: Kim Lester on Twitter Social Media Editor: Chez Robbie A Woman's Place Ep 1 & A Woman's Place Ep 2 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mel and Kim have a brand new podcast called Weepies. Just as A Country Practice gives us a reason to talk about social issues and nostalgia, Weepies gives us a reason to talk about what moves us. Not only the movies that movies us to tears but also the many different ways that people are moved and how that changes over the years. Have a listen then head over to Weepies on your favourite podcast platform to subscribe https://omny.fm/shows/weepies And if you want to keep the Weepies conversation going we have a Facebook Group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/5176475579053220 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all remember the moment - Molly's death scene. Do we really need to start revising it and remembering that it's also Brendan's grieving scene? He's the one who has the line ("Molllllllllly!"), remember? We're so excited to have Shane Withington on the show today, who played Brendan Jones for five years on A Country Practice - the way he talks about the show will have you wanting to jump into a time machine and audition to be part of the cast. We'll be watching the very first episodes of ACP for today's ep - Wednesday's Child Part 1 and 2, from Season 3. Guest: Shane Withington (Brendan 1981 - 1986) A COUNTRY PODCAST on FacebookHost/ Producer: Melanie Tait on Twitter Host/ Producer: Kim Lester on Twitter Social Media Editor: Chez Robbie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy 40th Birthday ACP! When Georgie Parker was cast in A Country Practice as Lucy Gardiner, she knew it was going to change her life. Georgie tell us all about it, and how it set her up for a life in Australian tv and theatre. We'll be watching the very first episodes of ACP for today's ep - The Pilot Ep 1 and The Pilot Ep 2, and talking about birth control in Australia and the extraordinary life of Arkie Whitely. Guest: Georgie Parker A COUNTRY PODCAST on FacebookHost/ Producer: Melanie Tait on Twitter Host/ Producer: Kim Lester on Twitter Social Media Editor: Chez Robbie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season 14 is nothing if not controversial among die hard fans of A Country Practice. Some refuse to engage with it and pretend it never happened, that ACP ended with Terrence and Matron's wedding and everyone rode off into the sunset. The show got a lot of things wrong: for a start, it relocated to Victoria. It lost half its stars. It used a soft filter none of us can work out. Andrew Mercado is Australia's leading historian, and he watched it all unfold in real time in 1994. He's with us to talk about what the show wanted to be, why it didn't get there, and what TV was doing at the time. Guest: Andrew Mercado , tv historian and author of Super Aussie Soaps: Behind the Scenes of Australia's Best Loved TV Shows A COUNTRY PODCAST on FacebookHost/ Producer: Melanie Tait on Twitter Host/ Producer: Kim Lester on Twitter Social Media Editor: Chez Robbie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode: we meet Tim Pye, he started out as a stagehand on A Country Practice in the early eighties and has had a huge career in television since. We'll find out what A Country Practice taught him, And, we look at the From The Ashes episodes - there's been a fire in Wandin Valley - how will the town cope? A COUNTRY PODCAST on FacebookHost/ Producer: Melanie Tait on Twitter Host/ Producer: Kim Lester on Twitter Social Media Editor: Chez Robbie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. From the Ashes Part 1 From the Ashes Part 2 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imogen Sach - Flinders University Research, Actor Grant Dodwell from A Country Practice, Phil Coorey, Jessica Braithewaite, Michael Keelan, Blakey Pastor Alex, Angelo Mastripolito MFS, Professor Adam Graycar - Stretton Institute @ Adelaide Uni, Behind Closed Doors   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who doesn't need a TV wedding right now? We're in Season 10, it's Matt and Lucy's wedding but we're kind of longing for a classic A Country Practice wedding mishap.Kim looks at Australia's weird hang ups with sectarianism and Melanie looks at the life of Jill Perryman. A COUNTRY PODCAST on FacebookHost/ Producer: Melanie Tait on Twitter Host/ Producer: Kim Lester on Twitter Social Media Editor: Chez Robbie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. LINKS Episodes Season 10 Episode 67 When a Girl Marries Part 1 https://7plus.com.au/a-country-practice?episode-id=CNP-773&startAt=1414 Season 10 Episode 68 When a Girl Marries Part 2 https://7plus.com.au/a-country-practice?episode-id=CNP-774&startAt=2608 Kim's stuff A historical overview of Australian religious sectarianism accompanied by a survey of factors contributing to its dissolution by Stephen Blyth file:///Users/kimlester/Downloads/7-Article%20Text-7-3-10-20191205.pdf Marrying Out - Part 1 - Audio https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/archived/hindsight/marrying-out----part-one-not-in-front-of-the-altar/3068558 Marrying Out Part 2 - Transcript Only https://ro.uow.edu.au/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1417&context=creartspapers Melanie's Stuff https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uur5rTFXRPI - Jill Perryman sings 'People' https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/music-that-makes-me-dance-jill-perryman-kevan-johnston/id1373502710?i=1000465415664 - Stages Podcast with Jill Perryman and Kevin Johnston See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grant Dodwell joins Regina to talk about his extraordinary life, his stages shows, his television fame and fans and Australian Theatre Live. Grant is a professional actor, writer and producer with over 40 years' experience in theatre, film and television. Grant is a co-founder of ATLive and is passionate about ensuring younger generations have affordable access to theatre. He is a consistent advocate for actors and theatre creatives, ensuring their work is preserved and celebrated both locally and abroad. Grant has well over three decades of experience in theatre, film and television and was awarded Best Actor at the 2008 IF Awards for his role in the feature film Men's Group. His major stage roles have been for Belvoir Street Theatre, The Old Tote, Royal Queensland Theatre Company, SA Theatre Company, and he played a lead role in David Williamson's Third World Blues for the STC. Grant is most well known for his role as Simon Bowen in A Country Practice, for which he won 3 TV Logie Awards; and as Charles Willing in Willing and Abel. Grant co-produced Don Reid's award-winning stage play Codgers, directed by Wayne Harrison, which became a feature film produced by RealPlayMedia.

Jonathan Mill is a gregarious presence who guarantees good work, and a giggle. His career as an actor has been paralleled with a committed support of his fellow performers through extensive work with the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance. He was pivotal in establishing the Australian AIDS fund-raising body of Oz Showbiz Cares; an organisation that produced the annual ‘Hats Off' concert, which featured an extensive list of entertainers over 20 years.He graduated from NIDA in 1986 and has worked with the Sydney Theatre Company, Melbourne Theatre Company, State Theatre Company of South Australia, Belvoir St Theatre, Ensemble Theatre, Sport For Jove, GFO, Cameron Mackintosh. On these stages he has played in productions of A Midsummer Night's Dream, A View From the Bridge, Cabaret, King Lear, Laughter on the 23rd Floor, Oliver!, The Crucible, The Ham Funeral, Mary Bryant, Moby Dick, Meet Me in St Louis, Buddy, Jolson, The Government Inspector, Twelfth Night and Waiting for Godot. For four and a half years he toured as Officer Krupke in West Side Story.Jonathan has written and directed many shows including cabarets for Caroline O'Connor, Margi de Ferranti, Leonie Page and Maree Johnson.His television work includes A Country Practice, Water Rats, Home and Away, All Saints and several seasons of Andrew Denton shows on the ABC. His most famous film appearance was in The Wiggly Wiggly Christmas.He has taught at institutions that include NIDA, Actors Centre Australia, Flinders University, Adelaide Centre For The Arts, Brent Street, Sydney Actors School and Westside Actors Studio.Jonathan served four terms as the Federal Vice President of Actors Equity and for many years has represented Australian performers on numerous boards nationally and internationally.He has been a champion to many and shares his story with his trademark passion, candour and humour.The STAGES podcast is available from Apple podcasts, Spotify, Whooshkaa and where you find your favourite podcasts. www.stagespodcast.com.au

Hello A Country Pals! We're back for a red hot minute to tango with a screening of Strictly Ballroom. How has it aged over the years? Who's in it? Are there any A Country Practice connections? All will be revealed. Enjoy! We'll be back with Season 3 in early September. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grant Dodwell is an actor, writer and producer with over 40 years' experience in theatre, film and television.Trained at NIDA, he is perhaps best known as Dr Simon Bowen in the iconic series A Country Practice; winning three Logie awards for the role he played for three years of its eleven year run.Grant's many television credits include Willing and Abel, Homicide, Skyways, Glenview High, The Young Doctors and Patrol Boat, and the feature films Goodbye Paradise and Cathy's Child.On stage he has appeared with the Melbourne Theatre Company, The Queensland Theatre Company and Belvoir Street Theatre, and delivered turns in the musicals The Sentimental Bloke, You're A Good Man Charlie Brown, Godspell, Sunset Boulevard and Anything Goes.Grant is a co-founder of Australian Theatre Live and is passionate about ensuring younger generations have affordable access to theatre. He is a consistent advocate for actors and theatre creatives, ensuring their work is preserved and celebrated both locally and abroad.The Stages podcast is available from Apple podcasts, Spotify, Whooshkaa and where your favourite podcasts are found.

Barbara Stephens is amongst a group of Australian actors who were part of the 1970s 'Australian Renaissance'. They were the trail-blazers who worked for and achieved Australian plays, films and TV, for Australian audiences. This group of theatre makers commenced and created a space for the Australian identity and our stories to be recognised on stages.Barbara's theatre, film, and TV credits are extensive and fantastic; a testament to the fabulous range of this wonderful Australian actress. Her TV credits include Matlock Police, A Country Practice, Home and Away and an early ABC sitcom called Who Do You Think You Are? Her film work includes Playing Beattie Bow. She is an actor of terrific range and her theatre credits include the plays of Noel Coward, Tom Stoppard, David Williamson and William Shakespeare. She played ‘Desdemona' opposite Frank Thring in the South Australian Theatre Company's production of Othello. She has traversed the stage of the Russell Street theatre for the Melbourne Theatre Company. And Barbara has toured extensively, delivering memorable performance to regions in every State.Barbara was in the original Sydney production of Don's Party by David Williamson and directed by John Clark. She was also in the original productions of other plays of Williamson including Money and Friends directed by Aubrey Mellor and Dead White Males directed by Wayne Harrison.She is effervescent, wise and thoroughly engaging as she recounts a dynamic career in the theatre.The STAGES podcast is available from Apple podcasts, Spotify and Whooshkaa. Also where you find your favourite podcasts. www.stagespodcast.com.au

Amanda Muggleton is a British-born actor who emigrated to Australia in 1974. She trained at London's Guildhall School of Music and Drama and the Royal Academy of Dance.Perhaps her most famous television role is that of Chrissie Latham in Australian soap opera Prisoner. Other roles include Connie Ryan in Richmond Hill, and guest roles in television series including A Country Practice and Cop Shop, and a role in the miniseries Sarah Dane. Film credits include Mad Max, Street Hero, Queen of the Road, Mr Reliable, Feeling Sexy and Idiot Box.Muggleton is one of Australia's best-loved, most versatile and colourful leading ladies in the theatre. She has appeared with all the State and commercial theatre companies. On stage, her performances with State theatre companies include Privates on Parade, The Matchmaker, The Seagull, Shirley Valentine (MTC), Master Class, Nicholas Nickleby, The Rise and Fall of Little Voice, Soulmates (STC), Duet for One, The Winter's Tale, Gigi, We Were Dancing (QTC), Twelfth Night, Blithe Spirit (SATC), Educating Rita, Medea and Shirley Valentine (Hole in the Wall, Perth).Amanda's commercial credits include HMS Pinafore, Hello Dolly, The Book Club, Master Class, Annie, the original Steaming, Eureka! and Losing Louis.Whether on stages or screens Amanda is a reliable and comforting presence. She is an actor of infinite charm and ability. It is no wonder that she has enjoyed a celebrated career of longevity and versatility. STAGES is delighted to welcome Amanda Muggleton in this very jolly episode.The STAGES podcast is available from Apple podcasts, Spotify and Whooshkaa. Also where you find your favourite podcasts. www.stagespodcast.com.au

Matt Day received his big break on the long-running television soap A Country Practice - when he auditioned for the show he had never even heard of it. Day went on to feature in Muriel's Wedding, Rake, Wolf Creek and many more films and television series. In their chat, Matt shares how he got his big break, what is was like working with Woody Allen and his honest thoughts on the entertainment industry in Australia.

Lorrae Desmond, who played Shirley Gilroy on ACP for 11 years, has died after a short illness. She was 91. Lorrae was an absolute force of nature: she had a career that took her all over the world as well as Wandin Valley. Mel & Kim look back on her incredible life (complete with a bunch of recordings of Lorrae's beautiful voice!) and talk with her long time colleague and friend Shane Porteous. * APOLOGIES FOR THE SOUND A COUNTRY PALS, Melanie's computer is ancient and it finally decided to die for this recording* A COUNTRY PODCAST on Facebook Melanie Tait on Twitter Kim Lester on Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor Matt Day has shared memories of the late Lorrae Desmond, an Australian actress who portrayed Nurse Shirley Gilroy in A Country Practice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rev. Bill Crews replays his interview with actress Lorrae Desmond.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Content warning: suicideThis week, Mel & Kim look at Kim's favourite episode, with a very special guest - the playwright and screenwriter Tommy Murphy. Tommy adapted one of the most seminal texts of the 1980s HIV AIDS epidemic, Holding The Man, and he's also a rusted on ACP fan. MATES tells the story of the two men who own the local grocery store, and are outed as a gay couple when one of them becomes sick. Plus, we look at the long links between A Country Practice and Playschool. A COUNTRY PODCAST on Facebook Melanie Tait on Twitter Kim Lester on Twitter THE APPLETON LADIES' POTATO TOUR Lifeline 13 11 14Beyond Blue 1300 224 636See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode six of season four I chat with mother-daughter duo, Alyssa-Jane Cook and Georgia-May Davis, affectionately known as AJ and GM respectively. Mother and daughter alike, these blonde bombshells have graced our tv screens to become beloved household names. AJ is known from almost every iconic Australian TV program a nineties teenager (ahem) could attest to watching, including A Country Practice, Home & Away, and E-Street. And while GM has taken a strong stride in her mother's footsteps, appearing in Young Talent Time at the tender age of 15 and is about to dive into Netflix notoriety, it's AJ's mum they've both taken their style cues from, proving that style leaves a legacy. What's more fitting for Mother's Day than an interview with these two lovely ladies who celebrate a combined love of career, fashion and family. Whatever your relationship to this day is, I hope it's an opportunity for you to celebrate any nurturing woman in your life and the legacies they leave behind. View my shoot with Alyssa-Jane Cook and Georgia-May Davis at MadeleinePark.co. Produced by MITT Work.

The mothers and Daughters podcast is brought to you by Jordana Shell & Deanne Rooz. We have a close bond as mother & daughter, and we wanted to explore other unique bonds between mothers and daughters and share their stories with you. In our first episode, we sit down with Wendy Strehlow and her daughter Sophie Hensser, they both found their passions for acting at a young age, and have since gone on to great successes. Wendy is best known for her role in A Country Practice and was awarded a Logie in 1985. She has also appeared in, E Street, Blue Heelers, McLeod's Daughters, Home and Away, A Step in the Right Direction and The Saddle Club. She has appeared in numerous stage productions including, The Greening of Grace, Henry IV, The Memory of Water, Travesties and the Pulitzer prize-winning production, Clybourne Park. Sophie, in 2009, began appearing in a guest role on Home and Away, followed by other Australian shows such as All Saints, Underbelly, Crownies and Tricky Business. More recently, she had a lead role in Love Child. Sophie is a mum of two, and both are still acting on both the silver screen and in theatre. They appeared on screen together in The Saddle Club and The Snip. We also read out your Mother's Day messages to your mums. Wishing you and your mums a happy Mother's Day. We hope you love this episode, be sure to follow us on Instagram, @mothersanddaughterspod.If you have a Mother/Daughter relationship that you would like to share, send us an email or DM. Don't forget to call your mum xx See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Orlando furious: Live at Sonic Masala Fest, Greenslopes Bowls Club, 7 March 2019 Orlando furious is a genre-defying technological marvel created by Benjamin Snaith. Renowned for the wild energy of his live shows, Snaith has released a steady stream of Orlando furious recordings, beginning with the EPs "Popular" and "High and Mighty" in 2014, albums "Granite" in 2016 and "Named" in 2018 and most recently the 2019 album "Together", a collaboration with Hobart-based artist IAE. Recorded by Branko Cosic Mixed by Neo McBunker A Country Practice: Live at Sonic Masala Fest, Greenslopes Bowls Club, 7 March 2019 Previously featured on episode 180 of Live Delay back in 2016, A Country Practice are an off-kilter family folk band comprised of Joel Saunders, his wife Kelly and his brother Andrew. They create their sound with acoustic guitars, circuit-bent keyboards, hand percussion and beautiful vocal harmonies. Following a string of singles, the band released their first EP, "Summer Haze" in January 2021. Recorded by Branko Cosic Mixed by Jack Davidson This set was mixed by an audio production student from the School of Audio Engineering Institute Brisbane as part of their course. Show production, engineering and host: Scott Mercer Originally aired via Zed Digital, 7-8pm, Sunday 25 April, 2021

If you're around forty years old in 2021, there's a big chance that when you were little you wanted to be Josephine Mitchell. Or, Josephine Loveday, the character Josephine Mitchell played on A Country Practice. She had it all: smarts, Shirley as 'mum', cute clothes and an even cuter boyfriend. This week, Mel and Kim fangirl/interview Josephine Mitchell and find out what life was like for her on set. Links: On the Threshold Part 1 On the Threshold Part 2 A COUNTRY PODCAST on Facebook Melanie Tait on Twitter Kim Lester on Twitter Diabetes Australia THE APPLETON LADIES' POTATO TOUR See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicholas Eadie’s resume boasts an impressive list of high-profile television production that we affectionately embrace as key moments in Australian television consumption. He gained success and fame in Australian television series’ such as Cop Shop, The Henderson Kids, A Country Practice and Medivac.He won The Australian Film Institute's Best Actor in a Mini-Series award in 1987 for Vietnam, in which he co-starred with Nicole Kidman. He played a dashing horseman in The Man From Snowy River 2 and was nominated again for his portrayal of World War II Academy Award-winning cameraman Damien Parer in John Duigan’s Fragments of War, and in 2002 for Halifax f.p.He is the son of ABC radio announcer Mervyn Eadie, and is a graduate of the National Institute of Dramatic Art.Nicholas Eadie has worked with all the major Australian theatre companies with over 45 credits to his name. He has appeared in leading roles in plays as diverse as Tennessee Williams: The Glass Menagerie as The Gentleman Caller and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof as Brick. He has played John Proctor in three separate productions of The Crucible. And partied hard as Don in David Williamson's Don's Party.In Sydney's Botanical Gardens, he performed for three seasons as Oberon/Theseus in A Midsummer Night’s Dream. He played Sam in the original cast of Mamma Mia! in Australia for two years. He has been in the world premiere productions of Michael Gow's Furious, Hannie Raison's Two Brothers, Tommy Murphy's Holding The Man and the highly acclaimed Myth, Propaganda and Disaster in Nazi Germany and Contemporary America by Stephen Sewell.It is a career of many triumphs but it has not been without its challenges. Nick talks candidly about the work he has navigated and reflects on a career that has often rewarded and sometimes disappointed. Here's my chat with the charming Nicholas Eadie.

Once upon a time, Australia had a Prime Minister who gave a speech on a popular weekly TV show called A Country Practice. His name was Bob Hawke, and we've got the full story on how it all happened. Mel & Kim are joined by Leon Saunders, who wrote over 50 ACP eps, including the one where Bob Hawke appeared. What was Bob Hawke like? Did he learn his lines? Listen to the Children Part 1Listen to the Children Part 2 A Country Podcast Facebook Page Melanie Tait Twitter Kim Lester Facebook The Appleton Ladies' Potato Race Tour dates and locations Mum, How Do You Spell Gorbatrof?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emily Leiding Weight spent some formative years of her childhood on the ACP set - in fact, she counted Jo Mitchell as her best friend as she played the cute and precocious Penny. Emily takes us through what it was like for her on set, how she got the job, and what life's been like since she's been out in the real world. This ep we look at the duck shooting of Licence to Kill Parts 1-4, Brooke Mikey Anderson and the beginnings of two ACP romances... as well as Mel & Kim's sex education and expertise in Friendzoning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Content warning - this episode contains the discussion of sexual assault, with language used in 1983 We're calling it: Season Two of A Country Podcast is going to be obsessed with Dr Simon Bowen and his journey from preppy city snob to Wandin Valley's most progressive citizen. This ep, we're talking to the actor who brought him to life - Grant Dodwell. And this week we're looking at one of the most sophisticated episodes ACP broadcast A Lady's Choice Part 1 and Part 2. Links: Links: A Country Podcast Facebook Page Melanie Tait on Twitter Kim Lester on Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've all had ideas for TV shows, haven't we? Sure we have. Some people actually make them. Who's idea was A Country Practice? James Davern's. Mel and Kim have heard so much about James Davern and the happy workplace he provided for the cast and crew of ACP. He joins us on the podcast to tell us all about ACP from its humble beginnings to its cancellation to the possibility of new life for the 40 year old show. Also this week: we look at the extraordinary life of Penny Cook. Links: A Country Podcast Facebook Page Melanie Tait on Twitter Kim Lester on Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There wasn't enough Shane Porteous in our last episode of Season 1. We know that. So, here's the full interview where the man formerly known as Dr Terence Elliot where he generously shared everything from how he got the job, to how he started writing, to how much ACP characters got paid! If you have a second, please 'rate and review' us, so we can introduce more people to the joys of Wandin Valley and Dr Terence's excellent hair. A Country Podcast on Facebook Melanie Tait on Twitter Kim Lester on Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since the beginning of A Country Podcast, there's been one guest who's been the star of each episode, like he was the star of each episode of A Country Practice: Shane Porteous. Dr Terence Elliot was the nucleus of the ACP world, and today Shane Porteous joins Mel and Kim to talk about his time on the show as an actor and writer. Mel and Kim dig into six of the most wrenching episodes of Dr Terence's time in Wandin Valley: the Bethany stories. Links: Leigh Spence Obituary by Andrew Mercado A Country Podcast Facebook Page Melanie Tait on Twitter Kim Lester on Twitter Let The Sun Shine In - Part 1Let The Sun Shine In - Part 2Let The Sun Shine In - Part 3Let The Sun Shine In - Part 4Let The Sun Shine In - Part 5Let The Sun Shine In - Part 6See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We loved talking to Di Smith so much about her time on ACP, how Alex Fraser came about and what she's been doing since... that we thought it wasn't enough what we gave you last week! Hope you enjoy this extended interview with Di Smith. Links: Ep 7 of A Country Podcast 'Diane Smith on the politics and romance of Dr Alex Fraser' Melanie Tait on Twitter Kim Lester on Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Alex Fraser was not only one of Wandin Valley's most beloved characters, but also became red headed representation on mainstream television for gingers everywhere. This week, she takes us inside her time on A Country Practice, the politics of Dr Fraser, and the famous romance with the much older Dr Elliot. Mel and Kim discuss an episode where Shirley Links: Indigenous Healthhttps://www.naccho.org.au/about/aboriginal-health-history/history/https://ctgreport.niaa.gov.au/overviewGary Foleyhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gary_Foleyhttp://www.kooriweb.org/foley/whoisgf/who_is_he.htmlhttps://web.archive.org/web/20150601154357/http://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/postcolonial-blog/2015/may/29/book-opens-pandoras-box-of-sad-tales-but-true-of-indigenous-experience A Country Podcast Facebook Page Melanie Tait on Twitter Kim Lester on Twitter Last of the Wine Part 1 Last of the Wine Part 2 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She killed Molly. She killed Sophie. She killed Alex and Terrence's baby. This week, we meet Judith Colquhoun, known in ACP circles as someone who can 'do a good death'. Jude wrote more episodes than anyone else of A Country Practice, so if you love ACP, you'll love her. She shares with us what it was like to kill off beloved characters, how Esme Watson became the character she was and what it took to get her to kill Alex's baby. Mel and Kim are looking at Sophie Part 1-4, where Terrence's daughter Sophie succumbs to heroin addiction and HIV/AIDS. Links: A Country Podcast Facebook Page Melanie Tait on Twitter Kim Lester on Twitter Sophie Part 1Sophie Part 2Sophie Part 3Sophie Part 4Standing Up To The Grim Reaper: The Early Days of AIDS by Dr Alex Wodak AMTony Morphett's Bottom Drawer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shirley Gilroy was the warm, beating heart of Wandin Valley, and today we're going to hear from Lorrae Desmond, the star who played her. Lorrae takes us inside the show, who she loved working with and how David Bowie came to be a fan of the show. Kim takes us inside the complicated history of adoption in Australia, Melanie does a deep dive on the Buchanan siblings. Links: Little Voices Part 1 on 7 Plus Little Voices Part 2 on 7 Plus Buchanan Siblings Fan Page A Country Podcast Facebook Page Melanie Tait on Twitter Kim Lester on Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim and Brady discuss a special message, sayings and daddisms, a KFC incident, spoon of the week, inspirational people, time-limited episodes, and accents. Hover - register your domain now and get 10% off by going to hover.com/unmade - promo code UNMADE at checkout - https://www.hover.com/Unmade Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/unmadeFM Join the discussion of this episode on our subreddit - https://redd.it/ji21ip USEFUL LINKS Numberphile - https://www.numberphile.com Tom Hanks - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000158/ Uncommon Type - book by Tom Hanks - https://amzn.to/3jveIvH The Green Mile - https://amzn.to/31Fp5XL Boneless Bucket as advertised - https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/5990824849fc2b4c4fe4211b/1603649175324-D4TCWIX9CQ28L43QO5S1/boneless+bucket.jpg?content-type=image%2Fjpeg Brady and Tim wear the buckets as hats - https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/5990824849fc2b4c4fe4211b/1603649196959-5U8OVMPRQCYZXWFKIJHX/Screen+Shot+2020-10-25+at+18.04.18.jpg?format=2500w&content-type=image%2Fjpeg Tarra-Bulga National Park - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tarra-Bulga_National_Park Spoon of the Week pictures - https://www.unmade.fm/spoon-of-the-week Wombat - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wombat Lyrebird - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lyrebird Indiana Jones bridge scene - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WXjt0RgxcMs Fatso on A Country Practice - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7QtIyLE7Sk The Wind Beneath My Wings - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0iAzMRKFX3c James Stewart - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000071/

It's Australia's most famous TV theme, isn't it? So exactly how did the composer of the A Country Practice theme, Mike Perjanik, come up with those magic bars of music that every kid who learned the piano in the 80s knows off by heart? Mike joins Mel & Kim to take them through it. This week: it's a look at a controversial storyline from the beginning of the series, and the life of an Australian acting legend you might not have heard of. Links: A Town Tragedy Part 1 on 7 Plus A Town Tragedy Part 2 on 7 Plus Colleen Clifford Life Story A Country Podcast Facebook Page Melanie Tait on Twitter Kim Lester on Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mel and Kim love doing the fortnightly episode of A Country Practice, but we missed talking about it this week, so thought we'd make an October surprise we could all enjoy! This is an actual recap episode of A Country Practice where we look at Season 8, Eps 65 & 66. Conveniently for us, called 'Ethics'. Big things go down in Wandin Valley: Terrence has cleared out in grief over losing the second of his three kids... and sexual harassment and euthanasia visits the town. How does it all hold up in 2020? How is the sexual harassment dealt with? Is dear old Polly being taken advantage of by handsome Scott? Links: A Country Podcast Facebook Page A Country Practice on 7Plus - Ethics Part 1A Country Practice on 7Plus - Ethics Part 2 The Monthly - The Right To Die Or The Right To Kill? Melanie Tait on Twitter Kim Lester on Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Of course, the most famous death on A Country Practice was Molly's, there's no denying it. But was the most shocking the death that came out of nowhere: Donna Manning's? For Melanie, it's the most memorable episode of ACP from her childhood. In this podcast, Kim looks at how beautifully, storytelling-wise, Donna's death reflected the social issue being focused on. Special Guest: Caroline Johansson (Donna Manning 1986-1987) Links: Mozart Rules Part 1Mozart Rules Part 2 A Country Podcast Facebook Page Melanie Tait on Twitter Kim Lester on Twitter ________________________________________________________________________ A Country Podcast is a fortnightly look at one of Australia's most beloved television shows A Country Practice - and what stories it told about Australian society in the 1980s and 1990s. We'll be joined by all sorts of guests who worked on the show to find out what the show meant to them, and to the Australian television and film industry: actors, writers, producers, script editors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 5 of “Teaching Ears” is now up featuring the very talented Bass man himself, Craig Kickbush A.K.A Craig Croonbush A.K.A one of the founding members of the Radsters with a musical career spanning many decades. We talk music teaching, Pink Floyd, Monk, Spyra Gyra, Sting, Ralph Hultgren, Bass Guitars and Ukuleles, Wurlitzers, Cruise Ship life, The Lazy Leis, Ecliptic, Scratching, The Organ, Bruno Brucnano, The Bankok New Trio, Carrying the Percussion, Sigmas, Mutley Laughs, Kelvin Grove School and QUT, Alan Clarke, Moist Crew, Stravinsky, Record Collecting, Korg Delay Units, Casio SK1, Ellaways, Bribie Island, Gordon Park, The Serenity, Alex Crook, Transcontinental Hotel, The Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Bee Gees, The Funk Rats, Roy and HG, Mr Do, Wonderboy 2, Transcriptions, Bill Frisell, Trichotomy, Level 42, Spontaneity, Moccasins, Tasmania, Tablas, The Warana, Ravi Shankar, John Farnham, A Country Practice, B.O.S.S Productions, The Press Club, Seven Step Fetish, Duke Ellington, John Coltrane and perhaps more!

Moroccan writer-director Maryam Touzani talks about her powerfully subtle film based on a real life story. A new podcast looks back at an iconic Australian TV series that was also David Bowie's favourite show, and we meet the makers of a new film about Slim Dusty.

Moroccan writer-director Maryam Touzani talks about her powerfully subtle film based on a real life story. A new podcast looks back at an iconic Australian TV series that was also David Bowie's favourite show, and we meet the makers of a new film about Slim Dusty.

Moroccan writer-director Maryam Touzani talks about her powerfully subtle film based on a real life story. A new podcast looks back at an iconic Australian TV series that was also David Bowie's favourite show, and we meet the makers of a new film about Slim Dusty.

Moroccan writer-director Maryam Touzani talks about her powerfully subtle film based on a real life story. A new podcast looks back at an iconic Australian TV series that was also David Bowie's favourite show, and we meet the makers of a new film about Slim Dusty.

It's the first episode of A Country Podcast! We're visiting Season 4 and a week that not only showcased Nicole Kidman's hair, but a huge social problem for young people at the time of filming - sniffing, which Kim will delve into. Melanie introduces another character who worked on ACP who went on to create another iconic television show of the 1990s. And, we'll save the best to last by chatting with an actor who's been everywhere from Wandin Valley to Porpoise Spit to Parliament House in his career... the lovely dreamboat Matt Day. Special Guest: Matt Day (Julian 'Luke Ross' 1989-1993) Links: Repairing The Damage Part 1Repairing The Damage Part 2 A Country Podcast Facebook Page Melanie Tait on Twitter Kim Lester on Twitter ________________________________________________________________________ A Country Podcast is a fortnightly look at one of Australia's most beloved television shows A Country Practice - and what stories it told about Australian society in the 1980s and 1990s. We'll be joined by all sorts of guests who worked on the show to find out what the show meant to them, and to the Australian television and film industry: actors, writers, producers, script editors. Get caught up on A Country Practice on 7PLUS and tell us your fave episodes! Hosts: Melanie Tait & Kim Lester Music by: Nate Edmondson (after Mike Perjanik's legendary ACP theme)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're a week away from launching A Country Podcast, and we've been working hard to get some incredible guests and have some great chat. If you're interested in watching the episodes we talk about (you don't need to, but we reckon it'll make your listening experience a little more fun), click on the link to Repairing The Damage 1 and Repairing The Damage 2. Mel and Kim would love to hear your A Country Practice memories, so please, if you want to message us or send us a voice memo - go to our facebook page! Can't wait to be in your feeds Friday, September 4th with an actual episode! Hosts/Producers: Melanie Tait and Kim Lester Technical Producer: Kim Lester Music: Nate Edmondson (after Mike Perjanik) Graphics: Cameron Emerson Elliot Thanks: A Country Practice Fans, Kathy Campbell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Molly's death burned on your brain like it happened to you? Do you wonder if Dr Terrence Eliot was as decent/dreamy as you remember? Did you learn about Big Important Things like HIV-AIDS and cancer on a Monday and Tuesday night 7.30pm throughout the eighties? A Country Podcast is a fortnightly look at one of Australia's most beloved television shows A Country Practice - and what stories it told about Australian society in the 1980s and 1990s. We'll be joined by all sorts of guests who worked on the show to find out what the show meant to them, and to the Australian television and film industry: actors, writers, producers, script editors. Coming into your podcast feed from September, with much better theme music! Until then, get caught up on A Country Practice on 7PLUS and tell us your fave episodes! Hosts: Melanie Tait & Kim Lester See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singer Danielle Spencer calls in for a chat, the Tribal Drum beats for "Celebrity To The Rescue" and Amanda discovers David Bowie's obsession with A Country Practice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've got exclusive audio from David Bowie's musical collaboration with a pivotal character from A Country Practice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lloyd Beck interviews Shane Withington who has been playing John Palmer now for 10 years we discuss how much time he spends acting in the series and how far in advance Home And Away record the TV Show. Shane has also acted in many other movies and tv shows such as Out Of The Blue, Rain Shadow and many more for some personal info life He is married to Anne Tenney, who played his character's wife Molly Jones on A Country Practice.

After years of loving A Country Practice’s Brett Climo, Janelle finally had the opportunity to fangirl over him ahead A Place to Call Home’s Season 5 release! Sam hesitantly watched The Bachelorette for the first time and wasn’t a fan – Janelle would have reconsidered her partner has she known he wouldn’t be a Game of Thrones fan – What shows divide our listeners households Sam & Janelle suggest some cheap hacks for The Perth Royal Show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary Sweet started his acting career in 1976 on The Sullivans, but his breakout role was as Donald Bradman opposite Hugo Weaving in the mini-series Bodyline in 1984. He's gone on to appear in iconic shows such as A Country Practice, The Flying Doctors, Police Rescue,  Big Sky and Stingers. He currently stars as the husband of Julia Morris in Channel 9's House Husbands. But Luke couldn't pass up the chance to talk cricket... For more information, check out the episode page: http://lukeandsusie.com/portfolio-item/episode-275-gary-sweet-sir-donald-bradman-and-increasing-your-influence/

Segments include:- A man was caught having sex with a road- Russia banned from Rio Olympics- Mounce review, A Country Practice record- Brush with fame - the crack on addition- ACA Tight Ass Cathy - deodorant for Christmas- 2000 year old butter found in a bog- Chloe Shorten interviewing Bill Shorten- Gets my goolies- Andrew O'Keefe interview- Sharon Pincott (elephant woman) interviewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.