Podcast appearances and mentions of kevin hillier

The very talented Sarah Bailey returns to the podcast to chat about the follow-up to her very successful last novel 'The Housemate' which she discussed last time (Series 2 Ep 23 October 2021). As Sarah explains, she wasn't planning a follow-up, it just happened. 'Click' (Allen & Unwin) sees Oli Groves in a slightly new light and a story that will have you captivated from start to finish. Sarah also shares her thoughts on the ever-changing world of writing and creating as AI spreads its influence. Thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, a one stop destination to plan your financial future. CSCG is a team of dedicated professionals who will help you identify and achieve your financial goals. Call them to find out more (03) 9974 8333 or visit www.cscg.com.au Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome aboard your weekly flight to the Bermuda Triangle of podcasting otherwise known as Ruck 'n Roll (insert Vincent Price Thriller laugh but strictly no MJ-like groin touching). Captain Hillier speaking at the controls, along with First Officer Kenny 'Cockpit' Francis and your cabin crew Purser Peak and our Chef de Mission - launching Lenny's Fine Flying Food - Mark Fine. Our flight time is one hour but with the expected wind gusts from the Purser and the constant re-rooting of the flight path, delays to our final destination are expected. There will be turbulence, plus altitude and attitude variances, and please observe the 'no smirking' signs. For the comfort of your fellow passengers, please keep flatulence to a minimum, belching to an acceptable volume and strictly no nose picking. For your listening enjoyment the cabin crew will be with you soon to see if you would like headphones. Before you do that old joke remember who make up our cabin crew. Fasten your chastitiy belt and Ruck On!!! Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Producer - Steve Visscher © 2026 Howdy Partners Media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'As the chill of winter brings its icy countenance' is a nice turn of phrase and might be a good opening line for a Bureau of Meteorology staff meeting, but here it acts as an entree to the cold, hard reality of this episode's freshly generated word salad. It's festive, frivilous, fractious, forthright, fearless, feckless, flamboyant, fiery and flawed ... and even Kev has injected an F word to keep the show moving forward. Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it vile or vial? Is it cheating or competing? Is it right or rort? A robust discussion about the Enhanced Games is just part of the fun and games in this episode. The robustness continues through football of all codes and modes and our intrepid panel drill down on everything from commentary to name changes and even some dental cover. The perils of the pre-recorded show strike as we discuss Brad Scott's coaching future. There's five minutes we will never get back. And to finish this episode we pay tribute to the great Neale Daniher. Play on. Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rugby League's State of Origin series is an annual event unlike any other on the Australian sports calendar. For fans like author Darren Groth and his father Des, it is more than a yearly three-game series between two states, it is part of their DNA. 'Marooned' (Hawkeye Publishing) traces the deeply ingrained commitment and passion the Groths share for the game and each other. Darren shares how he and his dad have navigated the challenges of life and footy, with both presenting their fair share of wins and losses. Thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, a one stop destination to plan your financial future. CSCG is a team of dedicated professionals who will help you identify and achieve your financial goals. Call them to find out more (03) 9974 8333 or visit www.cscg.com.au Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We go all out for the celebration of Scott Pendlebury's AFL games record. Every 433 seconds, one of our intrepid team will say something Scott related. Listen carefully because it maybe subtle, vague or even obtuse. Also in this Scott-stacked episode, a deep dive into World of Scott. We dare ask the questions that have puzzled for years: Is Scott a better surname or Christian name? Is Scot-free really free ? Was Scott of the Antarctic reckless? When did Australian Crawl lyrics become relevant or intelligible? And that smooth segue leads us into this: Instead of the usual dusty Top 40 chart or a musical autopsy on an artist's life's work, it's 'Scott Mania'. Who is the best Scott? Is it an actor, a singer, an explorer or maybe a golfer, writer or a Thunderbird? What?!!! Get on board the Scott Express, leaving now ...... Ruck ON!!! Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robust, spirited, feisty, vigorous, unyielding, tempered, lively, compelling and intense are just some of the words you won't hear in this episode of Ruck 'n Roll, but several describe the nature of banter in this week's program. You might like to add inane, irrelevant, unprintable, insulting and nonsensical. No more words, time for some music. Our musical journey takes us to the Bermuda Triangle of Top 40 on board a 3XY chart from May of 1985. It has not aged well. Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, meet Deborah Lawrie and Steph De Sousa. Deborah is a trailblazer who took on the male dominated airline industry in the seventies and became Australia's first female commercial pilot. Much has been written about the legal battles but in 'Touching the Sky' (Harper Collins), Deborah shares her love of aviation and her determination to make it her life's work. Steph de Sousa is a home cook who has become a modern day multimedia star because she is real, relatable and unpretentious. Her unique style and passion for the kitchen comes through in everything she does. Her latest book 'No Stress Recipe Queen' (Harper Collins) continues Steph's theme of no fuss, quick, delicious meals, all made from ingredients available on your supermarket shelves. Two very different stories to bring you in this episode thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, a one stop destination to plan your financial future. CSCG is a team of dedicated professionals who will help you identify and achieve your financial goals. Call them to find out more (03) 9974 8333 or visit www.cscg.com.au Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All hands are on deck for this episode as Stephen J Peak returns. It is a culinary explosion as Stephen shares his rather dubious degustation destination during his absence. Who knew dinner could be an occupation!? The SJP Experience isn't finished there, wait 'til you hear about his nocturnal balcony activities. The following episode is rated OMG and may contain Adult Themes with childish giggling, Nudity with screaming and vomiting, Language other than English and Foul and Horror - God you will experience the horror. You will also hear the occasional intelligent discussion about sport and musically, Sir Thomas Jones Woodward aka Tom Jones is the act under the spotlight. So all join hands and try to contact the living ... Ruck ON!!! Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Fine returns from Singapore and Stephen J Peak is a no show! Shock! Horror! Gasp! The gossip columnists would dine out on this development, but nothing to see here. No IVO's here, the only orders Mr. Peak is interested in come from Uber Eats. In this episode Anzac Day and the Anzac Appeal round get a robust 360 review. As does the AFL's ARC, Scott Pendlebury and Billy Field. That would be the first time that pair have ever been in the same sentence. Musically, as we use the term loosely, we head to 1992 and dive head first into the ARIA Top 40 for the year, which has Billy Ray Cyrus perched at number 1. Nuff said. Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Ken Francis Stephen J Peak (Absent) Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Garry Jack is a name well known to rugby league fans worldwide because he was a genuine superstar of the game. He represented Australia, New South Wales and Balmain in a career that fullfilled almost all his childhood dreams. Garry has teamed with sports journalist Adam Hawse to tell his amazing story of blood, sweat and tears. 'Jumping Jack' (Fair Play Publishing) is more than just a sports tale. Garry sets the story straight on some of the controversial moments of his life, as well as the day he died. Adam and Garry talk about putting this multi-layered story together. Also in this episode, meet Jackie Downing from my podcast partners CSCG. Jackie is an Associate and oversees the self-managed superannuation area of the business. Jackie's journey of hard work, opportunity and loyalty reflects the CSCG values and culture. Find out more www.cscg.com.au Phone 03-9974 8333. Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While Finey explores the culinary delights of Singapore, it's an old school three ring circus and there is no shortage of clowns, that's for sure. There are no safety nets used here. Roll on up under the Big Top (one of Stephen's recently laundered golf polos). Ken performs stunts, both cunning and not so. For Kev, it's the Tightrope and other Leon Russell songs. The grand finale is Stephen 'Danger is my middle name' Peak * and his amazing death defying fire eating and sword swallowing act. That is something to behold -especially as he washes it down with a seven course banquet from Fongs of Brighton - and in the show stopping finale finale with the wave of a sauce smeared chopstick, SJ peak becomes the elephant in the room. Ta Da! And to think the tattooed man missed all this. Musically, it is the purity of rediscovering a 4IP Top 40 chart from February 1968. No bells or whistles required. (*the J is Just for show) Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine (on Singapore assignment), Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fleur McDonald returns to Authorised to talk about her new novel 'The Witness' (Harper Collins), the latest in her series set in Kalgoorlie, a celebrated city of many layers in Western Australia. Fleur has a mystery to match those layers, and then some. With almost 30 books to her credit, Fleur is one of Australia's most prolific and popular crime fiction writers. She shares the story behind her latest work in this chat with Kevin. All thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, the best people to help you identify and achieve your financial goals. Visit www.cscg.com.au and see the range of services CSCG has to offer. Call them for more 03-9974 8333. Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Showtime. Get ready for a powerful pontification of the people's position pertaining to the pleasure provided when the participants perform their professional pursuits in pastures whose proximity precludes the provision of the populace. Gather round because unlike Adelaide in April, the heat is on, the seats are undercover and nothing floats in its own pea, or at least we hope not. Musically, we keep it simple - Simon and Garfunkel. And now here'sssssssssssssssssssssss Don or Kev! Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The world is prepared for the moon landing, petrol rationing, fluctuations in the share market and global political upheaval, but is anyone ready for Stephen J Peak and his juiced up laptop? His drive is hard, his discs no longer floppy and his storage has increased, but calling himself ‘The Gigabyte King’ might be a stretch. Ken ‘The Gig Pig’ Francis has been gadabouting across the CBD (ie: Chelsea, Brighton and Dingley) to see everyone from Jo Jo Zep to Brian Nankervis and The Moon Man. Life imitating Artemis? Finey is firing after an incredibly busy week at Lenny’s Fine Foods. He’s pumped full of vegetable lasagna and intelligent opinions. A first for this podcast. Kev’s in his musical element with a Top 40 Chart from 3XY dated April 18th, 1975. OMG it is OLD but GOD IT'S BAD - not ICK like, ACE like. You DIG? Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's like sitting around a campfire, toasting marshmallows and singing Kumbaya! Said no-one ever about this podcast. With Finey toiling away in the Lenny's Fine Food kitchen, the gleesome threesome roll on regardless and clueless. Stephen J (The Pompitous of Love) makes some bold football predictions that verge on comedic genius or madness. A team of AI monkeys is currently discussing possible surgical options. Ken shares his thoughts on Kylie being announced as the AFL's Grand Final entertainment plus the real story of where and when Locomotion became her entree to international pop stardom. Kev's as happy as Larry, Curly and Moe with the musical selection as this week it is The Hollies. Kevin Hillier, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis. Absent Mark Fine (Kitchen Duties) Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How many times has someone suggested the solution to your problem starts with "Take a big, deep breath"? What if your brain could do that? The time and space to do nothing in a world that so often overwhelms us. Health journalist Jodi Wilson offers some wise, sensible and practical methods and practices to create a space in our hectic schedules for that chance to mentally and physically take a breath. A Brain That Breathes (Murdoch Books) is Jodi's fourth book and she shares the journey behind bringing her philosophies to print. All thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, the best people to help you identify and achieve your financial goals. Visit www.cscg.com.au and see the range of services CSCG has to offer. Call them for more 03-9974 8333. Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disney had Fantasyland. The Ruck 'n Roll equivalent is Peakville, a land of endless buffets, unlimited litigation, pointless conversations and tuneless music. With that in mind, we forge on regardless to discuss a wide and varied array of human connection points like football, cricket and death, as well as some lighter subjects like death, cricket and football. Did someone say footy tripping? Did one, or even two panellists tip the card? Why are Finey and Kev smiling? Musically, it is a murky trek back to April 1st 1983 and the iconic 3XY Top 40 of the day and the sea was angry that day, my friend, no April foolin'. Kilimanjaro was rising, cannibals were being eaten and Terry from Minder was belting out bad guys and the odd show tune. Get your dancing shoes on and party like it's 1999 or the Summer of '69 or even December '63. Hit the play button and away we go.......... Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are only two rounds into the AFL season, but the tension is palpable, the emotions are stirring, the loins are being girded and the goats are being scaped. Footy tipping really is serious business, isn't it? In unrelated news, the Patron Saint of Losing Thoroughbreds Stephen J Peak has had a life changing experience, so too our resident social butterfly Ken Francis, who has been gigging in Frankston and lived to tell the tale. Musically, our fab four dissect John Lennon's non Beatles music and it is a rollercoaster from Cold Turkey to Beautiful Boy with a dash of Instant Karma and Oh Yoko thrown in. It's an episode so chunky you could carve it. Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Technology is part of our lives from a very early age and dealing with the choices is hard for adults, let alone kids barely out of nappies, but it is their reality. This terrific new book is just what the doctor ordered and delivered - Dr. Niraj Lal, that is. Behind the Screens is a guide to navigating the internet for 9 to 13 year olds, but it is so much more than that. Like lots of things in life, kids should not be the only ones allowed to access this invaluable tool. Dr. Niraj aka 'Nij' has given us a well laid out game plan to ensure we are controlling our phone and internet use, not the other way around. Behind the Screens - published by University of Queensland Press - is exactly what it says it is, a book that shows you how the internet works and how to make it work for you. All thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, the best people to help you identify and achieve your financial goals. Visit www.cscg.com.au and see the range of services CSCG has to offer. Call them for more 03-9974 8333. Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finey had a better offer, so it is the gleesome threesome discussing the events of the week. And what a week, with footy, Formula One and cricket providing plenty to slice and dice. Despite that, SJP gets in a tizz over an AFL player's jewellery and players not wearing gloves. No-one said it had to make sense and it rarely does. Musically, it is a trip back to January 1966 for the 3UZ Official Top 40 with The Carnival is Over by the Seekers in the Number One spot. What a treasure trove of memories. Will it be Good News Week? Lies? Or Que Sera Sera? Maybe The Sounds of Silence would be more appropriate! For those about to Ruck, we salute you ... Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine (RDO- romantic day off), Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fiona Hardy knows the book business from many angles because as well as being an author, Fiona still works in a bookstore. From hands on to handwritten - well, not quite, but you get the idea. Fiona talks about her second crime novel Old Games (Affirm Press), another cracking story with a sporting flavour and plenty of twists and turns. All thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, the best people to help you identify and achieve your financial goals. CSCG have experts in all financial fields and in this episode you'll meet one of those people David Pike, a CSCG Client Relationship Executive. Visit www.cscg.com.au and see the range of services CSCG has to offer. Call them for more 03-9974 8333. Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a summer of twirling our seventies cricketing moustaches and enthusiastically rubbing a red ball in our groin area, it's time to get real. Time to get our rucks in a row, our behinds in gear and our floggers in hand. ..Footy is Back, Baby! Armed with a mouthful of words, a fistful of opinions and a head full of you know what, the Ruck 'n Roll team will leave no turn unstoned to bring you a totally unique perspective on the 2026 football season. That's a cast iron promise from our iron carrying cast. This week we also talk the music of Wings. Bake a cake, buy a present and call the firies as Stephen J and Kev celebrate yet another birthday. By the way Peaky - that wish will never come true. Ruck ON!!! Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some very painful school memories kick off this episode, with the sting of the cane, the strap and the long wooden ruler echoing in the stories from four very naughty boys. But wait, there's more where that came from as discussion turns to the big news of the week: the Bardot reunion. On a more serious note, sports of all persuasions get the once over, including footy, T20 World Cup, the Moto GP, EPL and the Polish darts. On a musical note, as we use that term dangerously in this case, the chart for discussion comes from 4GR Toowoomba, February 1970. Stand by for a shocking revelation that may irreparably damage the very shaky musical credibility of one of the Ruck 'n' Roll team. We use the term team very dangerously there as well. Ruck ON! Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Daddo is a man of many talents: actor, television host, golf tragic, radio presenter, wooden putter maker and prolific author. It is the latter that we will concentrate on in this chat to showcase Bitza - his latest series of books for children. Andrew takes us through his creative process, some interesting observations about being an author, the role of an illustrator and the joy and satisfaction he gets from the whole experience. That's why he is not stopping at the 28 books he has written so far. All thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, the best people to help you identify and achieve your financial goals. Now is the perfect time to pause, reflect and assess where you currently are and where you are heading financially. CSCG have experts in all financial fields ready to listen to you. Visit www.cscg.com.au and see the range of services and the people you will be dealing with. Call them for more 03-9974 8333. Bitza is published by Penguin Books. Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If a little knowledge is a dangerous thing, then one member of the R 'n R ensemble is a weapon of mass destruction and he proves it beyond reasonable doubt when talk turns to the AFL State of Origin clash. It's self destruction at the T20 World Cup as the Aussies do a Bradbury - something they don't need at the Winter Olympics, where gold is easier to find than condoms. Speaking of that, romance is in the air as the R 'n R Love God reflects on his Valentine's Day activites. Musically, we take a deep dive into the music of Joe Cocker. Where does he rate? What are his best and worst songs? Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For many, it was the absolute must-see television show every Sunday night across Australia. The show that shaped the musical tastes of a generation and made superstars out of many of its discoveries. That show was Countdown, and authors Brett Leslie and Milton Hammon have painstakingly detailed the history of the show in a very large way with their book Countdown - The Complete Episode Guide. It's over 400 pages, reliving the music and stars of one of the most influential shows of all time. Brett Leslie talks about the challenges they encountered in compiling the book, including the fact the ABC recorded over or wiped much of the early recording of the show. It is an incredible chronicle of a modern day icon and copies have sold fast. There may be a few left via Brett bleslie@bigpond.com.au All thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, the best people to help you identify and achieve your financial goals. The new year is the perfect opportunity to pause, reflect and reassert where you currently are and where you are heading financially. CSCG have experts in all financial fields ready to listen to you. Visit www.cscg.com.au and see the range of services and the people you will be dealing with. Call them for more 03-9974 8333. Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Trouble with a capital T and yes, it does include the 1982 Lindsay Buckingham hit, but that's not all folks. Also on the menu is a Superbowl serving of Bad Bunny, a feast of T20 World Cup action, a slice or two of the AFL's financial pie and the Chef's Surprise is a little something from the Milano Cortina Games that might be hard to swallow. Musically, we visit February 1982 and the new romantics are making an impression. Kevin Hillier, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis, Mark Fine Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If the expression 'Worming his way into your affections' was to be used in relation to any member of the R 'n R team, who would you think it would apply to? Find out in this illuminating, eventful and (as always) classy episode. Noah had enough trouble with two tablets. We have a panellist juggling sixteen a day! Who do you think that might be? Did someone say hypochondriac? Let's just say it is more Dachshundsen than Munchausen Syndrome. Wink Wnk! The boys let fly on the state of the AFL's State of Origin concept and musically - one of the great Aussie pub bands Hoodoo Gurus step into the spotlight. Alert the press, man the life boats and ladies and gentlemen, please make sure your seat backs and tray tables are in their full upright position and all carry-on luggage is stowed underneath the seat in front of you or in the overhead bins. Let's Ruck 'n Roll !!! Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Leckie has written many books but none like Shrewd Little Sleuth and that is not surprising. Scott is a human rights lawyer and has penned dozens of books in the course of that vocation, but this latest book is personal. It is about his grandfather - Arthur Bernard Leckie. Arthur was an FBI Agent back in the days when J Edgar Hoover was running the organisation and history tells us that was a time of mystery, skullduggery and intrigue and Scott's grandfather was up to his ears in it. From Marilyn Monroe to Fidel Castro, the stories Scott has uncovered and shared in this book will blow your mind. You can discoiver more and order the book via scottleckie.com.au All thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, the best people to help you identify and achieve your financial goals. The new year is the perfect opportunity to pause, reflect and reassert where you currently are and where you are heading financially. CSCG have experts in all financial fields ready to listen to you. Visit www.cscg.com.au and see the range of services and the people you will be dealing with. Call them for more 03-9974 8333. Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No bells, whistles, marching bands or fireworks are needed to herald the return of the fab four for a new year of chaos, chatter, blather and whack. Bring on the tennis, cricket, Olympics and a World Cup or two, not to mention footy of all codes. Whether based on fact or fiction, this quartet of talking heads, of various shapes, sizes and attractiveness, will pontificate, adjudicate and facillitate their views and opinions but never regurgitate, lacerate or educate. Forgive us our trespasses and lead us not into temptation or any form of plagarism. Whoops! Anyone know a good lawyer? Kevin Hillier, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis, Mark Fine Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As 2025 winds down, our fab four find plenty to get wound up about, including our favourite summer pastimes - cricket and eating sweets. The Poms might have served up another load of tripe but the RnR dessert trolley is laden with everything from fairy bread to Bombe Alaska. Thankfully, a distinct lack of unprovoked animal attacks for any of the panel this week. There is some F1 chat, cricket commentary analysis, golf talk and more. Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Kangaroos may have slayed the AFLW Lions, cricketers with pink balls are poised to stampede the Gabba but the Ruck 'n Roll headline this week is the home invasion you won't read about in the papers or hear about on the nightly news. We have the EXCLUSIVE inside story with graphic details of the invaders' entry via the bathroom window, ransacking of rooms and a full-on confrontation with the victim before fleeing via a front window. This is the harrowing tale of Stephen (not his full name) a suburban septuagenarian set upon by a gang (for dramatic purposes two is a gang) of ... pigeons! And you thought the dachshund story was hilarious. Wait 'til you hear this one. But wait, there is more - including some sensible sports talk. And in our food travels, we have reached the main course and feathers will fly and fry. Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the name of the show suggests, football is always in our thoughts and the AFL Draft and AFLW Grand Final are up for discussion, dissection and derision, as is Perth's two day hit anf giggle fest, or - as they called it - the First Ashes Test. Sprinkle in some EPL, F1 and golf then get ready for the main attraction. Our musical analysis is resting like a good eye fillet or a opening batsman with a dodgy back. Our attention turns to the second part of the RnR culinary expedition. The snacks have been cleared and it is time for the entrée. Let us start by affirming our stance on what an entrée actually is. Entrée in modern French table service - and for much of the English-speaking world - is a dish served before the main course of a meal. There are two other definitions that may be handy as you digest this epiosde. Dégustation is the careful, appreciative tasting of various food, focusing on the gustatory system, the senses and high culinary art. Disgusting is repulsive, revolting, offensive, repugnant, nauseating, abominable, and loathsome. Bon appétit: Enjoy the show!! Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Google Maps tried, NASA satellites gave it a shot, sniffer dogs had no hope. This episode travels down rabbit holes, along bumpy, pothole-filled roads and sails unchartered and unfriendly waters before disembarking to a sweet and savoury sideshow of snacks. So just your average show really! From reviewing AC/DC live at the G to the latest on the dachshund saga, there's Monster Trucks, Tetris champions, Don Lane's son and darts. What more could you ask for? Sorry, no flower arranging or tips on stamp collecting. Maybe next time. Ruck ON! -- Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marlin Perkins, Robert Irwin and Tarzan would cower if they tackled the wilds of our intrepid Ruck 'n Roll explorers. Finey returns from his fishing expedition in the Territory with tails and tales - fishy and true. Ken braved the Collingwood natives to catch his current favourite band Hot Machine in action. Stephen J Peak laughed in the face of potential dachshund retribution though he did it slowly as his knees are as wonky as his racing tips. Kev has landed the musical Delorean on May 31st, 1974 and finds the 4WK Top 40 choc full of pop. slop, bop and Suzi Q and a fresh faced flare-wearing young DJ on the front cover. All that and plenty of footy chat and general huff and puff. Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It has taken 360 episodes for there to be no words capable of describing the contents of the weekly episode. This keyboard could not possibly convey the drama, absurdity and hilarity that you are about to hear. Trained counsellors, hostage negotiators, animal welfare workers and trauma specialists have all thrown their hands up in despair. These are unprecedented times ... but you have been warned. Kevin Hillier, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Mark Fine.....Gone fishing... Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John, Paul, George and Ringo; Abraham, Martin and John; Coles and Garrard. The list goes on but it has nothing to do with this show or anything else to be honest. On the show this week - a word salad of immense intellectual importance to which Mensa, Densa and several other of Santa's reindeers have been alerted. Sport of all peculiarities is covered plus homage to the fallen with the weekly Deathalyser. And the Grand Finale - the best and worst Aussie game shows. Come on down customers for a pick of the wheel HARD. Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a strange twist that Alanis Morissette may call Ironic, Stephen J Peak is a late scratching from the show this week. The vet is attending. Meanwhile back at the show, it really is a colourful palette of topics and talking points, including drooling over potato latkes, fuming over Ange's sacking and honouring Ace's passing. Don't miss the finale of Good Cop Bad Cop as the boys mull over the best and worst of overseas crime fighters with a few surprises and some fair dinkum, unbelievable choices Bobby. And finally the elephant in the room. Anyone wanting SJP's racing tips - please seek further medical assistance. Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Ken Francis Absent - Stephen J Peak (Vets advice) Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a week for this little ensemble. Finey has been creating spicy Moroccan delights at Lenny's. Ken has been getting down and dirty with The Angels and The Saints. Kev is still gobsmacked by the return of his gold album and a recent interview with Nellie from Little House on the Prairie and what about Stephen J Peak? The man who can pump up his own tyres like there is no tomorrow cannot, has not and will never get his hands dirty changing one. 'That's what the RACV is for' As you recover from that revelation, be prepared for much worse as our resident embarrister recalls a snow trip that could be an epiosde of The Golden Bachelor. This week we turn our attention to the best and worst Aussie cop and crime shows on television. Why? Because we can and it's less stressful than watching it live in our shopping centres and streets. From Homicide to Underbelly with some Blue Heelers and Water Rats thrown in, this really is Good Cop, Bad Cop. Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If your life is lacking idle banter, dodgy bachelor cooking tips, general unhinged commentary on life, death and taxes, before you seek professional help, try a dose of Ruck 'n Roll. Grown men pontificating about pineapples, podcasts and pre-game performers is a cure all for the malice of modern day living. If this is reading like a thinly disguised attempt to hide the lack of meaningful content in this week's show, then utopia has been reached. Proceed with caution and as the title suggests - Do the Watusi. Kevin Hillier, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Absent - Mark Fine Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It a Grand Old Show as we wrap up the 2025 AFL season. We have the poop on the Snoop and a bunch on the Brady drama. Finey discusses how the Lions took their chances and SJ Peak blasts the pre-game dancers. Ken has fallen out of love with the game and the rhyming must stop now, which is a shame. Musically, the trip to 1986 brings little joy as pop becomes poop, rap becomes crap and a hit becomes ... well, you get the drift. Keep your hands off your clocks, you are in the Ruck 'n Roll time zone - no curtains will fade, guaranteed. Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grand Final week in Melbourne and the boys are up and about with tips, thoughts and the usual cut and thrust about the biggest day in the AFL. But wait, there's more - including Ken's gig review, SJP's health and beauty tips (which are better financially than his horse racing tips) and Kev's not backing the Dogg for a good show at the MCG on Saturday but he is on the Cats. Musically, the dance floor is humming and the mirror ball is spinning as the delights of the Smooth internet radio Top 40 dance tunes are unleashed. What a treasure trove of aural offerings including The Weather Girls, The Trammps, Abba, Sister Sledge, Baccara, Boney M, Gloria Gaynor, Donna Summer and KC. Grab a bucket as that lot get sorted. Kevin Hillier, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis. Absent Mark Fine (returning his Brownlow frock) Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to witness the unholy wows and kapows of Stephen J Peak as he ventures into that sacred of all Ruck 'n Roll commitments - a live gig on a school night with Saint Ken of Francis. Does it end in tears, beers or the local Chinese takeaway? The footy finals means plenty of meaningful, manly type talk about really important football stuff like the games coming up and AFL Origin, not all the other tripe. Over in Controversy Corner, Finey has plenty to say about the demise of the Dapto Dogs and Ken is livid about one of the live acts he saw last week (no small children or animals are injured in the making of this program.) Musically, it is another shit sorry shot of the eighties from the vaults of the 3XY Top 40 from September 1984. Big Brother was watching but did he have the sound on? Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show that knows no boundaries. The show that serves no masters. The show that ploughs its own furrow. The show that isn't frightened to say what no one else is thinking! This is that show and then some. The pearls of wisdom come thick and fast from the learned lips of the regular cast. You'll never know from where they pluck it but they can't be far from that girl in Nantucket. Prick up your ears, alert the censors and keep left unless overtaking. And now on with the show. Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The combination of Spring in the air, footy finals and a musical trip back to the hippy era brings a heightened, enlightened and at times frightened performance from members of the ensemble. The raft of topics is as always a cacophony of differing views on the problems of the world! As long as those problems only concern old blokes kicking a footy, plus-sized men go-go dancing through the disco era and movies where the main star eats the other cast members. In a rare moment of brillance and clarity (for the show, not the man), Finey delivers a fascinating AFL finals connection. And in a not-so-rare moment of juvenile delinquency, Kev introduces the Fat Black Pussycat in South Yarra. Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The footy tipping crown sits comfortably on the head of Finey - an easy victor in the finish. The final tip for the season confirmed S J Peak's stranglehold on the wooden spoon and -even when offered the chance to not finish last - he declined. Now you know the thinking, or lack thereof, behind his racing selections. Chances are, you have already lost ... your mind. He has. There is lots of footy talk heading into the finals, Finey's got new ink, Ken busts out for Footloose and Kev remembers the good old days of AM radio in the eighties as we musically head back to September 1982. Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a galaxy far, far away....... The Wrath of Peak, the latest episode of The Galah Wars franchise, is unleashed as Stephen J fires up over football's horse trading, the F word and unpaid legal fees. Ken brings Paul Kelly's catalogue to the table for musical dissection and the results will surprise. Finey is not only living the dream, he's driving it now as you will hear, plus his thoughts on week one of the AFLW. Kev is in grave danger of finishing last in the footy tipping and with one round to go we are set for a grandstand finish. Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Which of these three movie quotes best sums up this week's episode of Ruck 'n Roll? Forrest Gump: "Life was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get." Oliver Hardy "Well, here's another nice mess you've gotten me into!" Peter Sellers "Gentlemen, you can't fight in here! This is the War Room!" No cheating. Ring after the show on 867 5309 and ask for Jenny to claim your prize. T&Cs apply, there is no actual prize. Please suspend reality. Ruck ON! Kevin Hillier, Mark Fine, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trying to illuminate the contents of the audio package you are about to unwrap is mountainous. Sir Edmund Hillary would need more than the sherpas of Nepal to plant his flag on the summit of this heap. Highlights include: SJP's reports on his latest speaking engagment. Finey savages the father-son rule Ken reviews 10CC and Tim Finn Live Kev unleashes on the Triple J Australian Hottest 100 It's touching, passionate, honest, shocking and unpredictable. Kevin Hillier, Stephen J Peak, Ken Francis, Mark Fine All present and accounted for. Follow us on Facebook...https://bit.ly/2OOe7ag Post-production by Christopher Gates for Howdy Partners Media | www.howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts © 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.