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Inspired... with Simon Guillebaud
Foot on the Gas! | Tim Hughes

Inspired... with Simon Guillebaud

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 68:24


‘Here I am to worship' was the most sung song in the world apart from ‘Happy Birthday' when it was released in 2001, but there is so much more to Tim Hughes' story. He could have pursued a career as an artist in the USA, instead he intentionally stepped away from the huge opportunities on offer. Raising up and equipping worship leaders was a passion, but so was leading a local congregation. The last ten years in Birmingham have produced stunning fruit through the planting of Gas Street Church and other communities of faith. What a story!▶️ Watch this episode as a video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0RcaLzh6ZZMCheck out: gasstreet.church---❤️ Support our work in Burundi: greatlakesoutreach.org/inspired⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---▶️ Subscribe to us on YouTube

NORMLESS
Nicolaides' Gambling Debt, First Bank Robbery & Arrest in Kings Cross

NORMLESS

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 15:53


Long before the prison break and the headlines, it all started with a gambling debt. In this episode, Nicolaides opens up about his early life, the pressure that led him down the wrong path, and how it ultimately resulted in his first bank robbery. He recounts the events that led to his arrest in Kings Cross, the lessons learned, and the moments that changed the course of his life forever. A raw and honest conversation about choices, consequences, and the road that followed. ________________   Follow us on social media!   Instagram: @normlesspodcast     YouTube: www.youtube.com/@normless   Facebook: www.facebook.com/normlesspodcast/     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/norm...   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@normlesspodcast   Website: normless.simplecast.com   ________________   Hayden Kelly, ESSAM, AES, AEP, MHPS   Host of the NORMLESS podcast   Connect with me on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn Follow us on social media!

SBS World News Radio
SBS Speaks to Dr Marianne Jauncey about NSW's only medically supervised injecting centre

SBS World News Radio

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 15:00


New South Wales' only medically supervised injecting centre is calling for urgent legal reform to allow more sites to open across the state. It has been 25 years since the centre opened in Sydney's Kings Cross, becoming the first supervised injecting facility in the Southern Hemisphere. Staff have since supervised more than 1.3 million injections, managed more than 12-thousand overdoses without a single death, and made more than 25-thousand referrals for treatment and care. For more, SBS spoke with the centre's Medical Director Dr Marianne Jauncey.New South Wales' only medically supervised injecting centre is calling for urgent legal reform to allow more sites to open across the state.It has been 25 years since the centre opened in Sydney's Kings Cross, becoming the first supervised injecting facility in the Southern Hemisphere.Staff have since supervised more than 1.3 million injections, managed more than 12-thousand overdoses without a single death, and made more than 25-thousand referrals for treatment and care.For more, SBS spoke with the centre's Medical Director Dr Marianne Jauncey.

Scotland Outdoors
Mudlarking, Parakeets, Narrowboats and a City Farm all from London

Scotland Outdoors

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 82:53


Mark and Rachel explore the flora and fauna of the capital and are joined by live guests as they broadcast from the balcony of Broadcasting House in London.Mark visits Mudchute Farm, one of the largest city farms in Europe. It comprises 32 acres of countryside, located a stone's throw away from the hustle and bustle of Canary Wharf. He hears about how the site was developed from derelict land in the 1970s to the busy farm and park that it is today.Right in the heart of the city centre at Kings Cross, Coal Drops Yard is another location which has seen many uses over the years. It's now home to a vibrant shopping and dining district, which also includes a number of parks and outdoor spaces. Rachel goes for a wander to find out how the outdoors has been incorporated into the site.One of the most famous ships in the world, Cutty Sark has made her home at Greenwich since 1954. However, she was designed and built in Dumbarton in 1869 before sailing across the world transporting tea and other goods, at one point faster than any other ship. Mark goes aboard to hear about her incredible past.And sticking with boats, Rachel heads out on a London Water Bus canal trip. Skipper Ange tells her about all the different wildlife that pops up along the canal and operations director Rory tells her about the history of the canal.This week is London Rivers Week, and joining Mark and Rachel live to chat about it is Chris Coode from environmental charity Thames21. The theme of this year's campaign is ‘know your local river' and Chris tells them about the hundreds of miles of other rivers in London alongside the Thames.Lara Maiklem is an author and a mudlarker- a person who scavenges the banks and foreshores of tidal rivers to find historical artifacts, lost objects, and debris. She meets Mark to chat about what drew her to mudlarking and show him some of the finds she's had over the years.Joining Mark and Rachel live on the balcony of Broadcasting House is Charlotte Benham from the Tree Council. Charlotte chats to them about the treescape of the city and why trees are so important for somewhere like London.Rachel hears about the flocks of ring-necked parakeets which have made the city their home. The non-native population has thrived at locations across London and Rachel hears how they ended up there and why they like it so much.

Potter Revisited
#108 Very Right and Very Wrong | OOTP 10, Luna Lovegood

Potter Revisited

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 40:31


Potter Revisited Episode #108 Very Right and Very Wrong AKA Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Chapter 10 "Luna Lovegood" Harry has some odd dreams after the party from the end of last chapter  It is smart of Moody to make sure Harry has a guard for his return to Hogwarts  Shay finds it odd Harry doesn't have a guard for the train We love the chaos of the days preparing to leave for Hogwarts  Fred and George knock Ginny down the stairs in the chaos  Sirius decides to come to Kings Cross as a dog, and Mrs Weasley doesn't care anymore  Lupin says goodbye by giving Harry and co a handshake - is this a british thing?  Ron and Hermione have to go to to the Prefects carriage and Harry is sad about traveling without Ron  Thank god for Ginny taking pity on Harry as she likely has her own friends she could be sitting with Harry thinking lowly of Neville makes Shay mad  We are finally introduced to Luna Lovegood as we love her  Luna is much more eccentric in the books but she is very aware of how she is perceived but will not edit herself to appease people which is nice to see  Neville got a rare plant as a gift from his great uncle, and it is so nice to see Neville's interests appreciated by someone in his family  Shay thinks that Luna and Neville make a good couple  Neville's attempt to show off his plants powers goes poorly when Cho Chang seems Harry and co covered in stinky plant sap  Hermione reveals that Malfoy and Pansy are Slytherin prefects and seems very put out by Pansy being selected rather than Malfoy Shay is very upset about Malfoy being made prefect and for the first time ever - is giving Snape +1 sucks point for it!!!  Harry borrows The Quibbler from Luna and finds an interesting article about Sirius - as adults we can appreciate how funny this is a lot more The Quibbler seems like a satire magazine except that they belief these opinions are true To be fair to the Quibbler, they do proper interviews and back up their opinions with some evidence unlike Rita Skeeter Hermione accidentally insults Luna - They are both such contrasting characters, like foils of each other which make their interactions so fun and interesting. They really are the Sully and Mulder of Hogwarts. Hermione uses logic and evidence to back her opinions, where Luna has faith and belief  Malfoy comes right on schedule to bully Harry as usual - but Harry can't really be bothered by Malfoy's typical schoolyard insults after what he has been through in GoF Harry is very worried when he sees Hagrid is not guiding the first years to Hogwarts  Harry comes face to face with a Thestral - which is he now able to see pulling the carriages for the first time  Harry being able to see them now is likely that he witnessed and processed that Cedric died in front of him, and he wasn't able to do that as an infant for his parents or could it be that he was wearing glasses when he saw Cedric die and wasn't when he was a baby? Malfoy implies he knows about Sirius' dog disguise - Harry is now very concerned about the risk Sirius took  Why do they have the Thestrals pulling the carriages at Hogwarts? Could it be to spot students that may need more support?  We love how Luna seems to be presented as nerodivergent and what it meant to us growing up  Snape Sucks count for Chapter 10: 1 Email any thoughts, questions or feedback to  potterrevisitedpodcast@gmail.com Music: Shelter Song by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Follow Us:  Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/potterrevisited Twitter https://twitter.com/potterevisited Instagram https://www.instagram.com/potterrevisited_/ Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4v2Xt0OIQ8_LCVYhKf2S5A TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@potterrevisited  

Zero Limits Podcast
Ep. 244 Ben O'Brien NSW Police Officer

Zero Limits Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2026 179:33 Transcription Available


On today's  Zero Limits Podcast host Matty Morris chats with Ben O'Brien NSW Police Officer After graduating from the police academy in 2012, he began his career at Harbourside LAC. Ben moved into plain clothes proactive policing early, working undercover operations across Kings Cross and Oxford Street, and later leading drug dog operations at major festivals. Returning to uniform, he spent years on the frontline attending critical incidents—domestics, suicides, fatal accidents, armed offenders, and large-scale public disorder.His career included secondments to specialist units like the Redfern Region Enforcement Squad and the Criminal Groups Squad within State Crime Command, contributing to major drug investigations and covert operations including police band! Send us a text however note we cannot reply through these means. Please message the instagram or email if you are wanting a response. Support the showWebsite - www.zerolimitspodcast.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/zero.limits.podcast/?hl=enHost - Matty Morris www.instagram.com/matty.m.morrisSponsorsInstagram - @gatorzaustraliawww.gatorzaustralia.com15% Discount Code - ZERO15(former/current military & first responders 20% discount to order please email orders@gatorzaustralia.com.auInstagram - @3zeroscoffee3 Zeros Coffee - www.3zeroscoffee.com.au10% Discount Code - 3ZLimitsInstagram - @getsome_auGetSome Jocko Fuel - www.getsome.com.au10% Discount Code - ZEROLIMITS

Secrets of the Underworld
She Called Herself Trouble | Megan

Secrets of the Underworld

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2026 46:27 Transcription Available


Megan grew up in Adelaide not caring much about school, not fitting in, and not following the rules — and she never really started. After a drug dealer boyfriend introduced her to a life where everything was paid for, she found her own way to keep it that way. What followed was a decade-long journey through Sydney's most notorious venues — massage parlours, brothels, strip clubs — working under one name and keeping her real life firmly separate. In this episode, Neil sits down with Megan for a raw and candid conversation about what drew her into the industry at 18, the venues she worked at across Sydney's west and Kings Cross, the clients she loved and the ones she didn't and how she eventually walked away without looking back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One Hope Community Church
The Kings Cross: The King's Resurrection - Andy Buchan

One Hope Community Church

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2026 30:49


We conclude our series with the glorious Easter message of the Resurrection - our Hope and Salvation for eternity.

One Hope Community Church
Good Friday: The Kings Cross - Gods Messiah Forsaken - Sana Raja

One Hope Community Church

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2026 28:03


We consider The Cross and the Resurrection of Jesus Christ with readings from Psalm 22: 1-18, Isaiah 52:13 - 53:12 & Mark 15:33-41

Bandwidth Conversations
Surviving the Storm: John Withington on Catastrophe, Longevity and the Human Spirit

Bandwidth Conversations

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2026 53:36


What series of unfortunate events led to the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand? What little known facts raise more questions on the shooting of JFK? Why was the Kings Cross fire a disaster waiting to happen? Is there a limit on how long humans can live? If you are interested in any of the above, this podcast is for you. John Withington, one of Britain's leading disaster historians, has written 11 books on the history of disasters, assassinations and the 'Secrets of the Centenarians'. A former award-winning television producer, director and reporter, John also works as an independent international communications coach and he gives regular talks on his books. Funny, self-deprecating and full of insight, John is a fountain of knowledge and tells a great story. Related Links John's books Bandwidth Conversations is proudly sponsored by Klira.  Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant.

One Hope Community Church
The Kings Cross: The King Of My Salvation - Andy Buchan

One Hope Community Church

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2026 32:34


Our series continues with a message of the significance of the cross in our story of redemption

The Vineyard Podcast
Episode 269 : Owen Penglis (Straight Arrows)

The Vineyard Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 51:37


Working as a scooter mechanic, a fairly well oiled machine, and figuring out how to order T-Shirts for Japan. Owen Penglis (Straight Arrows) Straight Arrow's Middle Man / Do The Sloth- https://goodbyeboozydigital.bandcamp.com “Straight Arrows have been proudly flying the banner of Aussie garage rock for years now. The Sydney band have two solid albums under their belts and a noteworthy touring notch count that has seen them play across Australia and overseas, including tours with the likes of Thee Oh Sees and Ty Segall. With such impressive credentials, it's no surprise that they've caught the attention of icons like Henry Rollins, as well as bands like The Sonics, who inspired them to make music in the first place. Ahead of the upcoming Red Bull Sound Select show in Sydney, Daniel Respall caught up with singer and guitarist Owen Penglis recently at his studio in Kings Cross, discovering that the DIY punk aesthetic is still alive and well." Excerpt from https://www.redbull.com/au-en/straight-arrows-and-the-diy-punk-aesthetic Straight Arrows: Bandcamp: https://straightarrows.bandcamp.com/music Instagram: @straightarrows Website: https://linktr.ee/straightarrows Merch: https://straightarrows.bandcamp.com/merch Records: https://elasticstage.com/lolipoprecords The Vineyard: Instagram: @thevineyardpodcast Website: https://www.thevineyardpodcast.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thevineyardpodcast

Conversations
John Howard's toy poodle epiphany

Conversations

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 48:10


The former Kings Cross street kid on his time in prison, recovering from an alcohol-induced brain injury, the puppy called Sunny who showed him what love is and how buying car parking spaces set him up for the rest of his life.Warning: This episode contains sensitive topics and reference to physical violence against women.John Howard came from a dysfunctional and often violent home in the outer suburbs of Sydney, and when he was able to, he ran away to the dank but promising Kings Cross of the 1960s and 70s.He would see Abe Saffron having dinner at the local Bourbon & Beefsteak joint and John found himself doing odd jobs for his sex worker friends in exchange for somewhere to sleep.John was caught up in a horrific assault and in the following years he found himself in jail and then drawn to drinking.At his lowest point he was rescued by chance by a passing taxi, and taken to hospital to recover from an alcohol-induced brain injury.As he was recovering, it was a toy poodle puppy called Sunny who showed John what love and affection were — and from there he was able to build his life for the first time.Further informationYou can call the National Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence counselling service on 1800-RESPECT or 1800-737-732. This episode was produced by Alice Moldovan. Conversations' Executive Producer is Nicola Harrison. It covers topics like homelessness, alcoholism, prison escape, solitary confinement, toy poodles, lesbian separatism, disability support pension, brain injury, Callan Park hospital, Rozelle Hospital, getting sober, quitting alcohol, Kings Cross, street kid, sex workers, drug use, drug addiction, prostitute, Bourbon & Beefsteak, Abe Saffron, The Coconut Grove, doggy poo bags, pooper scoopers, Potts Point.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

Conversations
Encore: The fearless Kate McClymont — weathering death threats and court cases for work

Conversations

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 52:30


Kate McClymont is chief investigative reporter for The Sydney Morning Herald, she has won 10 Walkley Awards for her work on some of the biggest crime and corruption cases in NSW.She grew up on a farm in NSW, and during university, funded her start in Sydney by setting up a busking booth in Kings Cross.Passers-by would pay her to answer a question, have an argument, or verbally abuse them. Kate's start in crime reporting came from an early job writing for a gossip column.  She was instructed to cover a wedding of a family member of known criminal figure, George Freeman.Kate compared the sequins in the bridal party's outfit to a bullet-proof vest, and received the first of many death threats throughout her career. She has exposed the crimes of politician, Eddie Obeid, former Health Services Union boss, Michael Williamson and financial fraudster, Melissa Caddick, among many more.This episode of Conversations was produced by Alice Moldovan and the Executive Producer was Nicola Harrison.It explores crime, investigative journalism, newspapers, police, corruption, politicians, Eddie Obeid, Melissa Caddick, fraud, murder, defamation, court cases, police, lawyers, timelines, research, contacts, financial fraud, death threats, award winning journalism, the Sydney Morning Herald, Four Corners, Chris Masters, Sydney, NSWTo binge even more great episodes of the ‘Conversations podcast' with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

One Hope Community Church
The Kings Cross: The Great Exchange - Andy Buchan

One Hope Community Church

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2026 35:31


we continue our series on The Kings Cross - we look at the great exchange of Barrabas for Jesus... a condemned sinner goes free and the innocent Jesus is condemned to die.

One Hope Community Church
The Kings Cross: The Innocent Condemned - Sana Raja

One Hope Community Church

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2026 42:40


We continue our series on The King's Cross and today we look at Mark 14:50-72 and the judgement and condemnation of an innocent man - Jesus - by men. It is not about us holding on to Jesus, it is about Jesus never letting go of us.

ReWild Your Soul
How A Dark Fantasy Uses Storytelling To Challenge Exclusion And Inspire Belonging with Ryan Schulz

ReWild Your Soul

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 35:44 Transcription Available


About the Author:Born and raised in Perth, Western Australia. Ryan graduated from John Curtin College of the Arts before later taking on a career as a drag queen. Through drag, Ryan found a love for cabaret, burlesque and circus. Relocating to the United Kingdom (March 2017) to further pursue the arts, Ryan hit the cabaret scene with a bang, hosting sell-out shows at Edinburgh Fringe and producing his own weekly resident show in London's Kings Cross, as his alter ego Vicious Von Vixen. He worked his way into programming on the West End for the world's largest theatre company ATG and gave away hosting entirely, wrapped up and all-consumed in the glittering world of A-Lister star casts, both confronting classics and new world-class come five-star reviewed plays, alongside debuting global musical hits transferring from / to Broadway! After a couple of years Ryan found his way to the UK's leading entertainment and production company Underbelly, where he still works today, representing its first and only permanent venue in central London — Underbelly Boulevard Soho! All Ryan's written work is inspired and motivated by lived experience in the theatre and cabaret industries, as well as diversity… from his own situations as a pansexual, genderqueer deemed “man”, seven-years polyamorous but now happily married and monogamous — devoted to his non-binary wife — Ryan hopes to bring whatever little change he can to the world, by writing exciting, thrilling, magical and engaging yet horrific stories, to intrigue a wider range of readers before enlighten them with characters that expose and provide awareness to ways of life outside the patriarchal created world that has set society norms and showcase the possibilities to readers of the different paths they can take.Book Blurb:A lost soul.A vaudeville that comes with an extra price for entry.Grief. Love. Sex. Blood.All under the filament lights of the Big Top.When Thomas discovers the lights of the funfair at his lowest point, his life takes a different direction and continues on, in a liberating yet macabre way.He finds acceptance with a troupe that he meets, all from different walks of life, but now all on the same path and with the same curse. A curse that isn't holding any of them back. In fact, it's what brings each of them together.What if a curse could save, could mean finding family, and could give lost souls a new purpose and enjoyment of life?Follow Ryan:  LINKSAbout Victoria:Hey there, I'm Victoria! As a writer and developmental editor, I specialize in helping busy writers bring their publishing dreams to life without the overwhelm. Your story deserves to shine, let's make magic together. Here's how I can help:

That Gaby Roslin Podcast

If you've not heard of DJ AG, or seen his street DJing with the likes of Will Smith and Alesha Dixon, you need to get acquainted. DJ AG is the ultimate joy spreader, bringing music and dance to people of all ages with his infectious enthusiasm for life. From shutting down Kings Cross, to visiting care homes - AG tells Gaby all about his journey as a joy spreading influencer. They also surprise his Mum with a call!

The Book Club Review
Nearly Departed: Love, Loss and Literary Romance, with Lucas Oakeley

The Book Club Review

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 46:44


Valentine's-ish Literary Romance: Lucas Oakley on Nearly Departed, Boys Book Club & love stories that stay with you long after readingJoin Kate and Lucas Oakeley for this Valentine's-ish episode of The Book Club Review, recorded at Housmans Bookshop in King's Cross. We're exploring literary fiction where love takes centre stage, but the reward is complexity rather than a guaranteed happy ending.Nearly Departed manages to combine the enjoyable tropes of Rom Com with the thoughtful exploration through writing that we associate with literary fiction. We explore how Lucas's real-life experiences—witnessing a fatal cycling accident and his father's first wife dying young—shaped the book's exploration of love, loss, and second chances, and the art of balancing humour with heartbreak while playing with rom-com tropes.Of course, we've got plenty of recommendations for love stories with emotional depth, including Lily King's Writers & Lovers, Andrew Kaufman's All My Friends Are Superheroes, Kazuo Ishiguro's The Remains of the Day, David Nicholls' Sweet Sorrow, Douglas Stuart's John of John, and hot-book-of-the-moment Wuthering Heights. We're also discussing Boys Book Club, the organization Lucas has co-founded to encourage men to read and talk about books. What makes a great book club pick for an all-male book club? We're going to be finding out.We've even got Valentine's recipe – rigatoni with a long-simmered ‘Sunday sauce' – and a couple of cocktail ideas. All in all, the perfect ingredients for a literary Valentine's weekend.Become a member of The Book Club Review communityJoin The Book Club Review community on Patreon for ad-free listening, extra episodes, Kate's weekly reading diaries, the opportunity to connect with other listeners in the chat groups, and at the higher tier to talk books in-person with Kate at the monthly book club. Find all the details and how to sign up at patreon.com/thebookclubreview.BooklistYou can find all the titles mentioned in this episode in the Book Club Review bookshop on bookshop.orgNearly Departed by Lucas Oakeley Heart The Lover by Lily KingAll My Friends are Superheroes by Andrew KaufmanSweet Sorrow by David NichollsJohn of John by Douglas StuartWuthering Heights by Emily BrontëComfort MOB: Food that Makes You Feel GoodTheory & Practice by Michelle de KretserAll My Precious Madness by Mark BowlesThe Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre DumasThe Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey NiffeneggerThe Curious Case of Benjamin Button, and Tales of the Jazz Age by F. Scott FitzgeraldLife Out of Order by Audrey NiffeneggerLinksFollow Lucas on Instagram and Tik Tok @lucasoakeley, and you can find out all the details for the Boy's Book Club at theboysbookclub.co.ukHousmans bookshop, the longest continuous-running radical bookshop in Britain, established in 1945 and based in London's Kings Cross since 1959See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One Hope Community Church
The Kings Cross: Bearing God's Wrath - Andy Buchan

One Hope Community Church

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 36:02


We continue our series with a powerful message from mark 14: 32 - 52

One Hope Community Church
The Kings Cross: The Rescue to Remember - Andy Buchan

One Hope Community Church

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 33:43


Conituing our series from from Mark - this message from Mark 14:12 - 31

One Hope Community Church
Mark - The Kings Cross: True Devotion - Andy Buchan

One Hope Community Church

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2026 29:36


We commence our series on Mark chapters 14 - 16 and titled The King's Cross... today's message looking at Mark 14: 1 - 11 and the extravagant offering made in worship to Jesus

Spacecraft
The Jellicoe: Adam Egan & Becky White

Spacecraft

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 30:52


In the first episode of That Workplace Experience Podcast, host Dan Moscrop visits The Jellicoe — Fora's landmark workspace in London's Coal Drops Yard, King's Cross.Download the illustrated PDF and watch the episode to see the spaces in full.Joined by Adam Egan (Fora) and Becky White (Universal Design Studio), Dan explores the vision behind this standout flexible workplace — from its “town hall” community concept to its beautifully designed zones for focus, collaboration and wellbeing.The episode also dives into inclusive design, neurodiversity, sustainability, and what makes The Jellicoe so much more than an office.Video production by Calum Lindsay. Illustration by Phoebe Gitsham.

The Betoota Advocate Podcast
WEEKLY BULLETIN: Rock Bottom For Coalition, Greenland Technically Half Aussie, Under 16s Social Media Ban & Kings Cross is Back!

The Betoota Advocate Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 14:39


Wendell Hussey, Errol Parker and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota thanks to our friends at Dan Murphy's! Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conversations
From drug smuggling and opium dens to marching in the first-ever Mardi Gras—Kate's coming out

Conversations

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 52:42


Kate Rowe's life has been full of wild adventures and hard living. But when she found sobriety, Kate discovered something big about herself. CW: This story contains discussion of childhood sexual abuse, sexual assault and some strong language. Please take care when listening.Ever since she stepped off the boat at Circular Quay as a 20-something 10-pound Pom, Kate has run fearlessly toward outrageous adventure.As a young woman Kate travelled around Australia picking tobacco, hitchhiking and sometimes spent her weekends running riot in Kings Cross.Then in 1974, she tagged along with some random guys she'd met who wanted to walk across the island of Timor. From there, Kate ventured into South-East Asia, where she began smuggling bricks of cannabis from Thailand into Nepal.But everywhere she went, Kate took herself with her, and so all kinds of baggage from her early life came along for the wild ride.Eventually a cloud lifted, and when Kate found sobriety she realised something big about herself.Content Warning: This story contains discussion of childhood sexual abuse, sexual assault and some strong language. Please take care when listening.How the F*ck Would I Know is published by Power Writers Publishing Group and can be found online.This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris. Executive Producer is Nicola Harrison.It explores trauma, healing, recovery, England, London, disordered eating, eating disorder recovery, substance abuse, addiction, drug trafficking, drug dealing, heroin, opium, alcohol, alcoholism, addiction recovery, therapy, counselling, sexuality, LGBTQI+, queer community, Mardi Gras, 1978, lesbian, women's Lib.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

Secrets of the Underworld
REWIND: Inside Kings Cross After Dark | First Lady of the Cross

Secrets of the Underworld

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 11:15 Transcription Available


In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Ashton's story. Former Sydney hard-man, Neil 'The Muscle' Cummins takes you on a journey of insight into his time as a notorious Sydney heavy, Episode 2 introduces Ashton, A former First Lady of the Kings Cross night life!

Harry Potter and the Sacred Text
Impossibility: The Forest Again (Book 7, Chapter 34)

Harry Potter and the Sacred Text

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 48:42


This week, Casper and Vanessa explore the theme of Impossibility in Chapter 34 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Voldemort's understanding of Harry, the Resurrection Stone, and Neville! Throughout the episode we consider the question: when do we resign ourselves to perceived impossibility and when do we decide to fight it?Thank you to Emma for this week's voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 35, Kings Cross, through the theme of Sympathy.Harry Potter and the Sacred Text is a Not Sorry ProductionFind us at our website | Follow us on Instagram--It's two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only five dollars to join our Patreon for extra content every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Secrets of the Underworld
BEST OF 2025: The Last Days of the Cross | Steve Lowe

Secrets of the Underworld

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2025 11:03 Transcription Available


In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Steve's story. Steve Lowe returns for a raw and deeply moving chat about his wild years in Sydney’s Kings Cross nightclub scene and the final chapter of his life.

I Catch Killers with Gary Jubelin
Surviving the predator's paradise: Glen Fisher Pt.2

I Catch Killers with Gary Jubelin

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 64:19 Transcription Available


Glen Fisher was told he’d be dead by 21. Forced to survive on the violent streets of Kings Cross, Glen felt safer in jail. Decades after he was abused as a child, Glen tells Gary Jubelin how he wore a wire to bring down a pedophile and convict another three, how he broke his 30-year heroin addiction and how he’s now helping homeless Australians, showing kindness costs nothing but saves lives. This episode contains mentions of sexual abuse and suicide, if you need support contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 Want to hear more from I Catch Killers? Visit news.com.au. Watch episodes of I Catch Killers on our YouTube channel here. Like the show? Get more at icatchkillers.com.au Advertising enquiries: newspodcastssold@news.com.au Questions for Gary: icatchkillers@news.com.au Get in touch with the show by joining our Facebook group, and visiting us on Instagram or Tiktok.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I Catch Killers with Gary Jubelin
Homeless kid who took down a pedophile ring: Glen Fisher Pt.1

I Catch Killers with Gary Jubelin

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 57:03 Transcription Available


Glen Fisher has been pushed from a moving car by his father, had his fingers severed by his alcoholic mother and was sexually abused as a child. Wanting to escape the horror, Glen ran away from home, only to land in the dangerous hands of pedophiles operating in Sydney’s Kings Cross. From breaking addiction to living on the dark streets, Glen shares how he survived the predator’s paradise. This episode contains mentions of sexual abuse, if you need support contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 Want to hear more from I Catch Killers? Visit news.com.au. Watch episodes of I Catch Killers on our YouTube channel here. Like the show? Get more at icatchkillers.com.au Advertising enquiries: newspodcastssold@news.com.au Questions for Gary: icatchkillers@news.com.au Get in touch with the show by joining our Facebook group, and visiting us on Instagram or Tiktok.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Murali End
Mutton Roll Daytimer - Fundraiser for Survivors of Cyclone Ditwah

The Murali End

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 18:54


Tickets and Donations here: https://bit.ly/4iyIccaThis Sunday, join us for a dance at Big Chill Bar in Kings Cross, London for our fundraiser for survivors of the devastating cyclone that has ravaged through the island of Sri Lanka

Material Matters with Grant Gibson
Cubitts founder Tom Broughton on acetate and the history of spectacles.

Material Matters with Grant Gibson

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 60:07


This episode of Material Matters is as much about an object as it is a material. Tom Broughton is the founder of Cubitts, a modern spectacles company based in London's Kings Cross. The company started in 2013 from his kitchen table and has grown to 20 stores across the UK and US, serving 250,000 customers across 100 countries. It offers frames in a number of materials – such as stainless steel and titanium – but is renowned for its use of acetate.According to the company's website Cubitts was ‘founded to help more people live better lives through spectacles they proudly wear – and creating a better, and more responsible, industry along the way.'In this episode we talk about: how early Modernism influenced Cubitts; living in (and loving) the Isokon building; founding his company and ‘literally doing everything'; not having a business plan; the joy of acetate and how the material defines his brand; a brief history of spectacles and London's making legacy; why he has a problem with the word ‘eyewear'; being prescribed glasses at the age of 14 and collecting vintage frames in his 20s; getting bored easily and enjoying failure; disrupting the optics industry; being 'unrelenting' and making sacrifices in his personal life; and having an addictive personality.Support the show

Inspired... with Simon Guillebaud
Kingdom in Kings Cross! | Pete Hughes

Inspired... with Simon Guillebaud

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 61:00


Two decades ago, rundown King's Cross in London was synonymous with seediness. But now, alongside the likes of Google moving in, there has been a stunning spiritual regeneration taking place, with hope brimming and lives changing. Pete Hughes and his team at KXC are riding the wave of God's Spirit and playing their part in changing the narrative. Pure Kingdom! His authentic and vulnerable story-telling is inspiring, you'll love it. ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HOpF9ASe6K4Check out kxc.org.uk ---Support our work: greatlakesoutreach.org/inspired

The Potter Discussion: Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts and the Wizarding World Fandom
Jumping the Gap: Muggle to Magic (Tea Leaves S1 E4) | Journey to Hogwarts, First sight of the Castle, Sorting Ceremony, More!

The Potter Discussion: Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts and the Wizarding World Fandom

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 31:22


Send us a textIn this episode we discuss Harry's journey to Hogwarts in our version of the TV show. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:·      1:21 Quick Recap, and opening at Kings Cross. We could also open in the Leaky Cauldron, but it would be better for us to take that extra time exploring the wizarding world than the Muggle one. We see Harry meet the Weasleys, go through the barrier, get on the Hogwarts Express, and arrive at Hogsmeade Station.·      13:15 There's Hogwarts! The moment where the students round the bend and see Hogwarts is the biggest milestone so far. We see the symbol of magic in the wizarding world, and the place where the core parts of the story will take place. As viewers, we have seen this place more times than we can count, so it's almost as if we are showing it to Harry for the first time.·      20:53 The Sorting Ceremony. The doors to the Great Hall swing open, and we see the beginnings of the Hogwarts factions form. Draco and Harry are the most important sortings of the ceremony. The hat barely touches Draco's head, and he is sorting into Slytherin. Harry goes through a bit of a conversation with the Sorting Hat, and it is important to see Dumbledore reaction to all of this. We end with Harry standing in his dormitory with his trunk, Hedwig, and the window with the Hogwarts grounds.Having anything you want to hear or say? Click here for a voice submission or here for text. ThePotterDiscussion@gmail.comthepotterdiscussion.comNox

Fearless Conversations
Jon Owen — Wayside Chapel

Fearless Conversations

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 50:32


In this powerful conversation, Dimitri and Damien sit down with Reverend Jon Owen, CEO and Pastor at Wayside Chapel, to explore the depth of what it means to live a life of purpose, service, and grace.From his early days working with asylum seekers and Aboriginal communities in Western Sydney, to his current role walking alongside people on the streets of Kings Cross, Jon has dedicated his life to what he calls “the work behind the work” — the inner journey that sustains outward service.Jon shares stories of courage, hope, and humility — from sheltering East Timorese families in the 1990s to reimagining leadership at the edges of society. He speaks with rare clarity about burnout culture, the power of slowing down, and why true spirituality isn't about centring ourselves, but decentring — finding purpose in connection and community.Listen for:The difference between doing the work and being the workHow to sustain hope in the face of despairWhy leadership begins with humility and serviceThe spiritual discipline of getting out of your own wayWhat it means to “die well” — and finish with grace

Take 5
Noel Gallagher's 'escape' songs

Take 5

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 46:11


Oasis are undoubtedly the biggest band to rise out of Brit Pop. And it's hard to describe how massive their return is. For years, the public fighting between the Gallagher brothers suggested they'd never come back. And one day, they did.Oasis have been playing all over the world to stadiums of screaming fans, young and old. And as they finally return to Australia, we're celebrating by sharing a Take 5 for the ages from the archives.A couple of years ago Zan Rowe sat down with Noel Gallagher in his own studio, in Kings Cross, London. At this stage, the reformation tour was not on. He was recording and touring with his band the High Flying Birds, and had just released an album called Council Skies. Noel's history is everywhere in his songs. And the songs he loves, too. You'll hear songs you're expecting, but it's the ones you're not that'll pack a real punch. And the stories? All time.Noel Gallagher's song choices:1.Pink Floyd – 'Nobody Home'2.The Smiths – 'Asleep'3.Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass – 'This Guy's In Love With You'4.Air – 'All I Need'5.The Beatles – 'I Am The Walrus'00:00 Introduction and Oasis' Impact00:57 Noel Gallagher's Studio and memorabilia from The Haçienda nightclub02:11 SONG 1: Pink Floyd – 'Nobody Home'07:35 Reflecting on life as a rock star & post-fame09:45 SONG 2: The Smiths – 'Asleep'14:55 Growing up in Manchester17:02 SONG 3: Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass – 'This Guy's In Love With You'17:11 A Memorable Encounter with Burt Bacharach24:09 Remembering Burt Bacharach25:38 SONG 4: Air – 'All I Need'30:52 The Shift to Digital Music31:30 Wild Times with Oasis35:09 Transition to a Calmer Life36:33 SONG 5: The Beatles – 'I Am The Walrus'39:48 The Night That Changed Everything for Oasis41:37 Reflecting on Oasis' Final Tour42:55 The Joy of Songwriting44:25 Closing Thoughts and Future GuestsWatch Take 5 on ABC iview:https://iview.abc.net.au/show/take-5-with-zan-roweContains strong language. This episode was originally broadcast in 2023.

Secrets of the Underworld
REWIND: From Hollywood to Kings Cross | Sullivan Stapleton

Secrets of the Underworld

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 11:35 Transcription Available


In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Sullivan's story. In this highlight from Secrets of the Underworld, actor Sullivan Stapleton reflects on his film career and the fading heartbeat of Kings Cross — a place once alive with danger, stories, and unforgettable nights.

Jonesy & Amanda's JAMcast!

Jonesy & Amanda's JAMcast!

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 2:32 Transcription Available


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Running Commentary
Trouble For Tonks

Running Commentary

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 49:51


Sundry disasters befall Paul before and during a gentle run from Kings Cross back to Clissold Park, while Rob bristles with local info - and celebrates an anniversary. SUBSCRIBE at ⁠https://runcompod.supercast.com/⁠ for early access, bonus episodes, ad-free listening and more...BUY OUR BOOKS; you can get Rob's book Running Tracks here - ⁠https://www.waterstones.com/book/running-tracks/rob-deering/9781800180444⁠ - and you can get Paul's book 26.2 Miles to Happiness here: ⁠https://www.waterstones.com/book/26-2-miles-to-happiness/paul-tonkinson/9781472975270⁠ Thanks for listening, supporting, and sharing your adventures with us. Happy running. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Black Dog Podcast
Total Recall (1990)

The Black Dog Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 166:01


This week in an extended episode (because we're not here next week), we all get wrapped up in trying to discuss 28 Years Later, before deciding on doing a spoiler special, then do the same for Weapons. After that Darren is blown away by Kings Cross' rejuvination and Lee watches some comedians in a tent and eats a "food coma" After that and some feedback for last weeks film, Tenet, we get our ass to Mars to discuss the Arnie & Paul Verhoeven sci fi epic Total Recall. Media Discussed This Week Weapons - Rental Amazon Prime 28 Weeks Later - Rental Amazon Prime Star Trek Strange New Worlds - Paramount Plus Resident Alien - Now TV / Netflix Total Recall (1990) - Amazon Prime

Nightlife
The First King of the Cross - Abe Saffron

Nightlife

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 46:15


Showbusiness and the underworld can be intrinsically linked -nightclubs, corrupt cops, drugs, vice, rock'n'roll promoters, dodgy accountants and gangland shootings. One place where they have been tight bedfellows is Sydney's Kings Cross. 

Making Tracks
Railway 200; 'Greatest Gathering', Sharon's Railway Rideouts to the Glyn Valley Tramway and TV Newsreader Nicholas Owen's Railway Enthusiasm.

Making Tracks

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2025 65:31


Send us a textIn this episode of Making Tracks we'll take you behind the scenes of the 'Greatest Gathering' in Derby, England for a prestigious piece of the UK's Railway 200 celebrations. Engineer Alasdair Stewart meets some of those who made it happen, and speaks with a variety of people representing a fraction of the variety and scope of the UK railway family as the movement looks forward to the future.All aboard for the Greatest Gathering!Sharon Gregory goes on another 'Railway Rideout' to visit a rural tramway museum in the Glyn Valley in north East Wales.Also in this episode, we pop along to a Rail Fair in the Sussex town of Lewes and chat to Nicholas Owen – the well-known broadcaster and former BBC and ITV newsreader. Away from the news desk, Nicholas has a lifelong passion for railways and is a dedicated volunteer on one of England's pioneering electric railways. We'll hear about his love of trains, his volunteering experiences, and what keeps him coming back to the rails.On the way north to visit the Greatest Gathering, Alasdair passes through Kings Cross station – and between the statue of Sir Nigel Gresley and Platform 9 and 3 quarters…..visits an exhibition display of an LNER carriage of the future.Links to all the events and railways mentioned in this episode below:The Making Tracks Facebook page - please like our page and please do  send any comments directly to Alasdair. All Aboard The 'Train of the Future' | LNERGlyn Valley Tramway - Museum at GlynceiriogThe Greatest Gathering Event Website including galleryEnspired - Consultant engineers working to de-carbonise railRailway Challenge - IMechELoram - Leading the digital transformation of railway maintenance.Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways Prince 1863 at Alstom Greatest GatheringThe Ashover Light Railway SocietyDB Cargo UK opens new ETCS training facilities - Digital signalling.This podcast is produced by Laura Raymond and presented by Alasdair Stewart and Sharon Gregory. Our 'Making Tracks' music is with kind permission of composer and musician Richard Durrant. It is a unique piece inspired by the rhythm of the historic rolling stock on the Ffestiniog Railway on the scenic journey from Harbour Station to Tan y Blwch. You can listen and download the full 'Tan y Bwlch' Ukulele Quartet here: Thank you to voice artist David King - for the Railway Ride outs voice over. Ukulele Quartet No. 1 "Tan y Bwlch" Ukulele Quartet No. 1 "Tan y Bwlch" Richard Durrant · Single · 2019 · 3 songs.

The Briefing
Claudia Karvan on growing up in a nightclub & her family's secrets

The Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 38:43


Claudia Karvan is a screen legend who grew up in the iconic Kings Cross nightclub district and became one of Australia’s most admired (and drama-free) stars. She first stepped in front of the camera at just 10 years old and hasn’t looked back... creating iconic moments in film and TV from The Secret Life of Us to Bump on Stan. In this chat with Antoinette Lattouf, Claudia reveals what it was like to uncover jaw-dropping details about her own family tree live on camera and explains why she hates crying in public despite being an open book. Weekend list with Helen Smith TO DO: Change your algorithm on Instagram TO WATCH: K-pop Demon Hunters on Netflix TO WATCH: Wednesday season 2 on Netflix TO LISTEN: Twice Displaced by Lem Zakharia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Climate Denier's Playbook
S3E6: The Climate Denier's Mailbag

The Climate Denier's Playbook

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 54:37


What are you hopeful about? Is it okay to drive a semi-truck? Do you dare me to read Merchants of Doubt in a week? In this very special episode, Rollie and Nicole answer these questions and also other questions from our super cool and fun Patreon community. BONUS EPISODES available on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/deniersplaybook) SOCIALS & MORE (https://linktr.ee/deniersplaybook) WANT TO ADVERTISE WITH US? Please contact sponsors@multitude.productions CREDITS Created by: Rollie Williams, Nicole Conlan & Ben BoultHosts: Rollie Williams & Nicole ConlanExecutive Producer: Ben Boult Editors: Paul Ramsdell & Laura ConteProducers: Daniella Philipson, Irene PlagianosFact Checking: Canute HaroldsonMusic: Tony Domenick Art: Jordan Doll Special Thanks: The Civil Liberties Defense CenterSOURCESAhmed, N., & Harlan, C. (2025, April 12). Paris said au revoir to cars. Air pollution maps reveal a dramatic change. The Washington Post.Climate Town. (2023, July 17). Parking Laws Are Strangling America | Climate Town. Www.youtube.com.Edwards, B. (2025, July 12). The A-list passengers who have swapped luxury travel for humble public transport as Dua Lipa was pictured travelling via Kings Cross. Mail Online; Daily Mail.Ekin Karasin. (2025, June 4). Noel Gallagher stuns London commuters as Oasis star spotted on Tube. The Standard; Evening Standard.Grabar, H. (2023). Paved Paradise. Penguin.Jacobs, J. (1961). The Death and Life of Great American Cities. Random House.Kenner, R. (2014). Merchants of Doubt. Www.documentaryarea.com.Mau, V. (2025, March 14). Domestic Market Penetration Rate for New EV Cars Exceeded 50% for Seven Consecutive Months - Climate Scorecard. Climate Scorecard.Nolan, H. (2025, July 15). When Do You Need to Quit Your Job? Hamiltonnolan.com; How Things Work.Oreskes, N., & Conway, E. M. (2010). Merchants of Doubt: How a Handful of Scientists Obscured the Truth on Issues from Tobacco Smoke to Global Warming. Bloomsbury.Romm, J. (2022). Climate Change: What Everyone Needs to Know. New York: Oxford University Press.Shoup, D. C. (2017). The High Cost of Free Parking. London and New York: Routledge.Singh, A. (2025, June 29). Viral Map Shows Paris' Pollution Drop As City Trades Cars For Bike Lanes. NDTV.Taylor, A. (2025, July 10). The Atlantic. The Atlantic; theatlantic.Ulin, D. L. (2015). Sidewalking: Coming to Terms with Los Angeles. University of California Press.Valente, D. (2024, November 7). NYC Subway Ridership Reaches A Record One Billion In 2024. Secret NYC.William Rosales, D. (2025, February 26). Why California High-Speed Rail is Over Budget And Delayed — And What We Should Do About It. David William Rosales.Woodruff, C. (2025). X (Formerly Twitter).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Milk Bar
Jason Forrest in The Milk Bar - Episode 841

The Milk Bar

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 38:16


Recorded for release W/C 4th Aug 2025 This week we chat with Alicia Barnes who plays Monica in Friends the musical Parody at The Wolverhampton Grand, Ian and James let us know Big Three productions Everybody's talking about Jamie, we meet two of of the cast of The Boy with Wings that is at the Birmingham Rep this month, we meet life size Dinosaurs at the Lightroom in Kings Cross and chat with Martin Law about his film Reputation.

I Catch Killers with Gary Jubelin
The murder that changed my life: Ian Roberts Pt.2

I Catch Killers with Gary Jubelin

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 52:25 Transcription Available


Ian Roberts’ life changed when his friend, Arron Light, was killed. The 17-year-old disappeared days before he was due to give evidence at a trial. Years later, Arron was found in a shallow grave with several stab wounds. From paying tribute to Arron at a coronial inquest to later pivoting to an acting career, Ian candidly opens up about his life, his ongoing health battles and how he’s using theatre to create awareness around social issues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I Catch Killers with Gary Jubelin
Breaking barriers: Ian Roberts Pt.1

I Catch Killers with Gary Jubelin

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 69:28 Transcription Available


Ian Roberts was one of the toughest men in the NRL. Behind the footy world’s brutal culture of macho masculinity, Ian was struggling to deal with his sexuality. In 1995, he bravely became the first footy player to come out as gay, breaking down barriers along the way. On this episode, Ian joins Gary Jubelin to reflect on his painful journey, share how he dealt with his family’s reaction and the headlines, and how he learned to embrace his true self.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conversations
Heroin addiction, Ivan Milat's dentist, and beginning again

Conversations

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 51:36


Claude Robinson developed a heroin habit as a young man, and spent years in jail. In 2006 he began to turn his life around for good. (CW: descriptions of drug use, addiction, and crime) (R)Claude Robinson is the manager of Rainbow Lodge, a home in inner Sydney for men just out of prison. Claude knows the place well because nearly 20 years ago he was sent there himself.Claude was a heroin addict who had taken to crime to pay for his habit and wound up in a minimum security jail. But after he assaulted a prison guard, he ended up in one of Australia's toughest jails - Goulburn Correctional Centre. While Claude was inside, his father died, and he found out that he had inherited $60,000.It was a chance to start a new life when he got out of prison. But instead, he and a girlfriend checked into a hotel in Kings Cross and bought some backs of heroin. Within weeks, all of Claude's inheritance was gone.In 2006, Claude was back in prison when he decided to finally change his story. He got off drugs, went to TAFE, and started working his way back to Rainbow Lodge, where he helps men who have walked a similar path to his own.Help and support is always available: The National Alcohol & Other Drug Hotline is a free and confidential 24/7 phone service that provides counselling, advice, and information for those struggling with addiction. Call 1800 250 015.Learn more about Rainbow LodgeRead about Australia's Justice Reform Initiative's campaign Jailing is Failing This episode of Conversations discusses drug use, substance abuse, addiction, crime, mental health, toxic masculinity, manhood, fatherhood, parenting, turning your life around, getting clean, rehabilitation, rehab, intervention, AA, NA, sponsors, inheritance, heroin, methadone, ice, meth, illicit substances, incarceration, recidivism. 

Conversations
The fearless Kate McClymont — weathering death threats and court cases for work

Conversations

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 53:30


The chief investigative reporter on her work exposing criminals and corruption, including former politician, Eddie Obeid and financial fraudster, Melissa Caddick.Kate McClymont is chief investigative reporter for The Sydney Morning Herald.She grew up on a farm in NSW, and during university, funded her start in Sydney by setting up a busking booth in Kings Cross.Passers-by would pay her to answer a question, have an argument, or verbally abuse them. Kate's start in crime reporting came from an early job writing for a gossip column. She was instructed to cover a wedding of a family member of known criminal figure, George Freeman.Kate compared the sequins in the bridal party's outfit to a bullet-proof vest, and received the first of many death threats throughout her career. She has won 10 Walkley awards for her work on the biggest crime and corruption cases in NSW.She has exposed the crimes of politician, Eddie Obeid, former Health Services Union boss, Michael Williamson and financial fraudster, Melissa Caddick, among many more.This episode of Conversations covers crime, corruption, true crime, Melissa Caddick, Eddie Obeid, corrupt politicians, investigative reporting, Walkley awards, Kings Cross, George Freeman, Minder, SMH, The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age, Fairfax, Nine.

FolkLands
Night of the Horse

FolkLands

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 85:21


In todays winter celebration of an episode we explore the glorious Welsh tradition of the Mari Lwyd.She is a skull covered in the ribbons of a bride, The Grey Mare, or Holy Mary. She is many things, she is neither dead nor alive, if you're cold then she's cold.Down the cold dark back streets of London's Kings Cross a warm welcome awaits. Every year to celebrate the end of winter the Mari Lwyd makes her rounds of the local pubs ready to sing and have a rap battle as only a horses skull in a shroud can do. Expect bad Welsh pronunciation, ale, singing, and hopefully the beginning of spring! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.