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The Front
Royal Commission to probe Opera House protest, neo-Nazi rally

The Front

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 4:27 Transcription Available


The October 9, 2023, protest at the Sydney Opera House and a neo-Nazi rally in late 2025 will be the focus of the next block of public hearings in the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. Plus, Donald Trump declassifies documents alleging election fraud and Telstra bosses front a Senate inquiry. Read more: Antisemitism royal commission to investigate policing of Opera House and neo-Nazi protests ‘Shocking vulnerabilities’: Trump says election system is exposed to foreign interference Telstra ignored software warnings for years before mass outageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Front
Hezbollah bunker discovered under 12th-century castle

The Front

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 2:17 Transcription Available


The Israeli Defence Forces say they’ve discovered a vast tunnel network belonging to Hezbollah under a 12th-century castle in southern Lebanon. Plus, auction clearance rates bounce back and Richard Scolyer is farewelled at the Sydney Opera House. Read more: IDF finds huge Hezbollah tunnel maze under Crusader castle Australian auction clearance rates rebound to a near two month high State memorial service for former Australian of the Year Richard ScolyerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Daily Aus
Headlines: Govt's anti-racism rules in effect at unis

The Daily Aus

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 4:04


Today's headlines include: Mourners have gathered at the Sydney Opera House to farewell former Australian of the year Professor Richard Scolyer. The Government’s strengthened anti-racism standards for Australian universities are now in effect. New polling data shows a slump in support for One Nation, after Pauline Hanson outlined her party’s policy aims during a recent address. And today’s good news: For the first time, humanoid robots have completed live surgeries. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Lucy TassellProducer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Daily Aus
Remembering Prof. Richard Scolyer

The Daily Aus

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 26:15


Yesterday, former Australian of the Year Professor Richard Scolyer was honoured with a state funeral at the Sydney Opera House, after he died on 7 June from brain cancer, aged 59. The service included countless moving tributes to the pioneering pathologist credited with saving thousands of lives. Richard Scolyer is remembered as the researcher that turned melanoma from a common death sentence into a largely curable disease. But his legacy extends beyond that. He shared his three year journey and public health battle as patient zero of an experimental immunotherapy treatment with millions of Australians. In today's deepdive, we are going to play you a very special interview we did with Professor Richard Scolyer back in November 2024. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara SeidlerGuest: Professor Richard Scolyer AOProducer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. Shot on Fujifilm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My Word with Douglas E. Welch
Sydney Opera House, Sydney, NSW, Australia [Photography]

My Word with Douglas E. Welch

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026


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My Word with Douglas E. Welch
Sydney Opera House and Harbor Bridge at Sunset, Sydney, NSW, Australia [Prints Available]

My Word with Douglas E. Welch

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2026


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In Conversation
Emma Pearson: Passion is the smell of an oily rag

In Conversation

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 35:32


Australian soprano Emma Pearson has built an extraordinary international career, performing with leading opera companies across Europe, Australia and New Zealand. After spending nine years as a principal artist with the Hessisches Staatstheater Wiesbaden in Germany – where she was later honoured with the prestigious title of Kammersängerin – Emma has returned to this side of the world while continuing to embrace new roles, including Hanna Glawari in The Merry Widow for Opera Australia.Emma reflects on the remarkable journey that led to her becoming one of Australia's most respected lyric sopranos. She discusses the formative influence of her teachers, the opportunities that took her to Germany, and the demanding but rewarding life of a repertoire singer, performing, rehearsing and learning multiple operas simultaneously. Emma also shares insights into the artistry of operetta, the challenges of mastering languages and new repertoire, and the lessons she now passes on to the next generation of singers through her teaching.Along the way, she speaks candidly about balancing an international career with family life, and why kindness and professionalism matter just as much as vocal talent. Refreshingly down-to-earth, Emma offers a fascinating glimpse into the realities of life on, and beyond, the operatic stage.Emma Pearson appears as Hanna Glawari in The Merry Widow for Opera Australia in the Joan Sutherland Theatre of the Sydney Opera House until August 18 for certain performances. Check the website for details.

Woman's Hour
Beth Orton performs live, The 23-year divorce case, DJ Smokin Jo

Woman's Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 53:43


Varsha Gohil's 23 year case against her ex-husband changed the law for anyone whose spouse hides their wealth in divorce proceedings. It is thought to be the one of the longest-running financial disputes in English family law. Varsha tells Anita Rani about a two-decade battle that included gaining a law degree and representing herself in court. For three decades, the singer-songwriter, Beth Orton has remained one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary music. She's developed a devoted audience, winning a BRIT Award and Mercury Prize nominations for albums such as Trailer Park and Central Reservation. She has collaborated with artists such as The Chemical Brothers, Andrew Weatherall and Nick Cave, and she's performed at venues including the Royal Albert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Glastonbury Festival and Carnegie Hall. Her 2022 album, Weather Alive, became a major critical breakthrough. Her first self-produced album, it earned widespread acclaim, with The New York Times praising its “modal vocal phrases". Beth joins Anita to discuss her new album The Ground Above, and to perform live.DJ Smokin Jo has been a trailblazer in an industry largely dominated by men. A resident at the legendary Trade parties in London in the early 90s she was soon playing the world's biggest clubs and was the first - and still only - woman to be named DJ Magazine's DJ of the year. Jo joins Anita to discuss her memoir which details the highs and lows of her career, from finding her community on the dancefloor to rehab, misogyny and what has and hasn't changed for women in dance music. Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Simon Richardson

The Vinyl Guide
Ep553: The Ghosts That Haunt Peter Hook

The Vinyl Guide

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 46:26


Peter Hook reflects on 50 years of music, the emotional weight of performing Joy Division and New Order live, and the many memories and ghosts of his past. Tickets for Peter Hook & The Light, Australia 2026 Topics Include: New Order toured Australia as early as 1982, helped by Factory Australasia's local support. Hooky calls Australia the only place he never wants to leave — he still suffers leaving every time. Peter Hook and the Light played their seventh-ever gig in Melbourne on their first Australian tour. He is now working through every New Order and Joy Division album ever recorded live. Get Ready features songs never played live as New Order, with Steve Morris largely absent during recording. The band's Grammy came from Orgy's heavy metal cover of Blue Monday — Hook loves the weird covers most. He revealed a plan to stage a full New Order classical concert, eyeing the Sydney Opera House. Ian Curtis performed with absolute conviction every single night — something Bernard Sumner couldn't match early on. Hook recalls first seeing Ian smash up a venue at 2:30am, dancing through broken tables — terrifying and electrifying. That chaotic Stiff/Chiswick talent show led directly to Rob Gretton becoming Joy Division's manager. Ian's lyrics, Hook says, are heartbreaking up close — Love Will Tear Us Apart masks devastating words in euphoric music. Singing Ian's words himself has given Hook a profound new insight into what Curtis was actually expressing. Tony Wilson signed them with a handshake — no contracts — while other labels arrived with thick legal documents. Bernard Sumner found the Unknown Pleasures pulsar image in a textbook; nobody planned the iconic sleeve. Hooky was actually sued for bootlegging the Unknown Pleasures artwork — which Factory themselves had originally stolen. Ian Curtis reportedly wrote a letter complaining about how Closer sounded — a detail Hook only learned years later. During Closer sessions, Curtis was being torn apart: marriage collapsing, new love, epilepsy worsening, the band pushing forward. Hook deeply regrets not seeing Ian before his cremation — but a gravedigger privately told him where Curtis is actually buried. The inquest into Ian's death so disgusted the band they decided on the spot to continue as New Order. Joy Division was deliberately boxed away for 30 years; Bernard called playing those songs "miserable" and refused to continue. Bobby Gillespie suggested the album playback concept so Hook could faithfully recreate Martin Hannett's studio sound live. Watching his son learn Joy Division bass lines at the same age Hook was then felt like staring into the past. Performing these songs, Hook says he is "living surrounded by ghosts" of collaborators now gone. The K-93 sessions saw Killing Joke's Geordie Walker move into Hook's Manchester home for six weeks, causing complete chaos. Those lost K-93 tapes mysteriously surfaced after the label went bankrupt — and Jaz Coleman promptly went silent again. High resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Apple: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-ios Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-spot Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-amazon Support the show at Patreon.com/VinylGuide

Drive with Jim Wilson
How Lou Reed left a lasting surprise for Icehouse's Iva Davies

Drive with Jim Wilson

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 11:44


Clinton Maynard sat down with Icehouse frontman Iva Davies to track his incredible journey from classical oboist to rock icon, ahead of the band’s highly anticipated tour kickoff outside the Sydney Opera House. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HEAVY Music Interviews
THE DAMNED's CAPTAIN SENSIBLE Reflects On 50 Years Of Punk Chaos

HEAVY Music Interviews

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 22:17 Transcription Available


Interview by Angela CroudaceFifty years after helping ignite the UK punk movement, Captain Sensible still sounds pleasantly surprised that The Damned are standing strong.Speaking ahead of the band's Australian 50th Anniversary Tour this September, the guitarist reflected on a career that has taken the group from playing tiny pubs to prestigious venues that once wanted nothing to do with them."When we started, I never thought it would last more than three or four weeks," he laughed. "We were playing this uncompromising noise music and upsetting audiences. I never thought anyone would let us make an album, let alone still be doing it 50 years later."For Sensible, The Damned's longevity comes down to authenticity. Despite five decades on the road, the band continues to embrace unpredictability."You never know what's going to happen next, even we don't know," he said. "That's the great thing about proper, organic rock and roll."The celebrations arrive during what Sensible calls a "golden period" for the band. One particularly satisfying milestone has been performing at iconic venues that once rejected them."We're playing places that banned us back in the day," he said. "The Royal Albert Hall didn't want us in the late '70s, and now we're playing places like the Sydney Opera House. For a band that's always been anti-establishment, that's pretty ridiculous."The conversation also unearthed one of punk's more bizarre stories, with Sensible confirming a bit of family lore for me; a tale involving an inflatable dinosaur costume at London's Rainbow Theatre. After being dragged into the crowd by the costume's tail, he emerged without it and finished the show naked."It's why there was never a repeat performance," he joked.Fifty years on, The Damned remain rebellious, unpredictable and, somehow, still surprising themselves.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

SBS World News Radio
INTERVIEW: Eddie Izzard's unique take on Hamlet

SBS World News Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2026 21:31


Eddie Izzard is a multi-talented artist whose career spans film, theatre and activism. Now she brings her unique brand of charisma and creativity to the Sydney Opera House with one of the world's most enduring tragedies. This is Shakespeare's Hamlet as you've never seen it before. Izzard performs on the blank canvas of a bare stage, letting Shakespeare's words and pure storytelling take the spotlight. Izzard shifts between the play's twenty-three characters with clarity and emotional depth. He's been talking to SBS's Wil Brincat.]]

Here's What We Know
Why Musicians Never Truly Clock Out | Robert Emery

Here's What We Know

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 59:37


Send us Fan MailWhat happens when the thing you love most becomes the thing you can never completely walk away from?This week on Here's What We Know, conductor and pianist Robert Emery returns for a conversation about creativity, music, and the curious ways our minds work. From practice rooms to Abbey Road Studios, Robert shares what life is really like for a professional musician, why creative people often struggle to switch off, and what he's learned from spending a lifetime immersed in music.Gary and Robert also trade stories about family, parenting, travel, questionable hotel experiences, and the challenges that come with building a career around passion. They explore the lives of Mozart, Franz Liszt, and Berlioz, uncovering the very human struggles, quirks, and triumphs behind some of history's most celebrated composers.Robert also shares the story behind Orchestral Meditations, his latest project featuring meditation music recorded at Abbey Road Studios with a full symphony orchestra and choir.In This Episode:• Why musicians never really leave work behind• The truth about practicing and mastering a craft• What Mozart and Michael Jackson may have had in common• How creativity affects everyday life• Stories from Abbey Road Studios• The fascinating history of Franz Liszt and musical celebrity• Why travel helps reset the mind This episode is sponsored by: Reed Animal Hospital Bio:Robert Emery is a conductor, pianist, and serial entrepreneur. He is lucky enough to travel the world; ranging from performances in London's Royal Albert Hall, through to the Sydney Opera House, Robert has seen them all.Besides music, he is the Founder & Director of The Arts Group, one of the most diverse entertainment companies in the UK. Within the portfolio is a national music tuition agency, symphony orchestra, choir, artist agency, record label, and production company.Aside from that, he lives in London and Cambridge, has a wife (Mrs. E), a toddler (Master T), a baby (Master A), and 4 cats.Website: https://robertemery.com/Orchestral Meditation: http://orchestralmeditation.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/robertemeryofficial/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robertemeryofficial/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertemeryofficial/Tags: Robert Emery, Creativity, Classical Music, Professional Musician, Music Career, Mozart, Franz Liszt, Music History, Conducting, Pianist, Abbey Road Studios, Orchestral Meditations, Creative Process, Creative Life, Music Industry, Composers, Arts & Culture, Creativity and Purpose, Work-Life Balance, Performing Arts, Creative Careers, Music Education, Connect with Gary:Gary's WebsiteFollow Gary on InstagramGary's TiktokGary's FacebookWatch the episodes on YouTubeAdvertise on the PodcastThank you for listening. Let us know what you think about this episode. Leave us a review!

Kate, Tim & Marty
Chris Minns Reveals The Big Sydney Change Music Fans Have Been Waiting For

Kate, Tim & Marty

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 9:36 Transcription Available


Premier Chris Minns drops by to chat about a major shake-up for the Sydney Opera House forecourt, including louder gigs, later finish times and more concerts at one of the world's most iconic venues. We also unpack the proposed changes to medicinal cannabis driving laws in New South Wales, why the current system has become so complicated, and what it could mean for drivers. Plus, Chris shares his thoughts on Origin, reveals where he'd move if he left Sydney, and unexpectedly becomes part of our celebrity question chain started by Jason Derulo. It's politics, pub chats and Harry Styles all rolled into one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiama Community Radio's Podcast
KCR Book Space: Adara Enthaler Interview (22 May 2026)

Kiama Community Radio's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 25:17


Guest Adara Enthaler talks to Di Ellison and Neil Reilly about poetry slams, including a live demonstration!Adara is a spoken work poet (among many other things) who performed in the Bankstown Poetry Slam Grand Slam in 2023 and 2024, and won in 2026 at the Sydney Opera House with her team In Other Words.KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr.org.au

Kiama Community Radio's Podcast
KCR Book Space: Ep 17 (22 May 2026)

Kiama Community Radio's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 52:23


Host Neil and Di talk about recent and favourite holiday reads, including books by  Sally Helpworth, and Elif Shafak, and Neil reports back from the Sydney Writers Festival after hearing AC Grayling and Yann Martel speak.In the second half, Neil and Di speak to spoken word poet, Adara Enthaler, who talks about the history of slam poetry, and about winning the 2026 Grand Slam of the Bankstown Poetry slam, at the Sydney Opera House, with her team In Other Words.KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr.org.au

Out of the Box
KING STINGRAY

Out of the Box

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 36:35


Our guest today are one of the most iconic surf rock bands to ever come out of Australia, so much so that they have become synonymous with their own brand of this - Yolngu surf rock. Coming together in 2020, King Stingray have been making waves for their unabashedly optimistic music and blending of the Yolngu language with english in their lyrics. I’m joined by Roy Kellaway and Ngalakan "Billy" Wanambi ahead of their Sydney Opera House show tomorrow! This episode was presented to you by Matt Do and produced by Kass Vincent. Out of the Box is recorded at the fbi station in Redfern, which is on unceded Gadigal Land. We pay our respects to Gadigal elders past and present and recognise the ongoing colonial violence committed across this country. Wherever you’re tuning in from in so-called Sydney, the land always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Sydney Ideas
A matter of life and tech

Sydney Ideas

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 73:53


Does the rise of AI mean the death of the humanities? Hear from University of Sydney star academics Sophie Gee, Sandra Peter and Kai Riemer; with music from Titus Grenyer. For centuries, the humanities and technology have existed alongside and augmented each other. If we dive into their shared story, we can learn valuable lessons about how to both embrace our humanity and engage with new technology. Explore a story 600-years in the making that will surprise, inspire, and help you thrive IRL in our tech-inflected future. Presented by Sydney Ideas, this event was held live at the Sydney Opera House on 19 May 2026. For more info and resources, visit the Sydney Ideas website: https://go.sydney.edu.au/wGRDGA

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The Documentary Podcast
Sydney fireworks, the return

The Documentary Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 26:29


New Year's Eve in Sydney is more than the 12 o'clock show. It is an event that takes over an entire city. Fireworks are launched from the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House, there are barges positioned across the Harbour, there are rooftops around the city with pyrotechnics, as well as lighting projections on the boats on the harbour, Luna Park and the bridge pylons. It is a year in the planning and one family has been designing the fireworks for this spectacular night for the last 25 years. Foti Fireworks is an award winning pyrotechnics family business originating in 1793 in Italy. They still have family members operating today, not only in Italy, but in Hong Kong and Sydney, Australia, bringing joy and hope to people all over the world. Regina Botros spoke with Fortunato Foti and other artists who together paint the canvas of the Sydney skyline for millions the world over

5 Good News Stories
Catman walks across Australia

5 Good News Stories

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2026 4:40 Transcription Available


Host Johnny Mac shares “five good news stories” (ultimately “four”): a Japanese man nicknamed Catman completes a 4,000-mile, two-year walk across Australia from Carnarvon to the Sydney Opera House in a full-body cat costume, pushing a wheelbarrow, raising about $50,000 for children's cancer research, and gaining 850,000 Instagram followers; inspired after a breakup, he describes harsh, smelly conditions and plans to walk around the world. A 31-year-old woman camps three weeks at Arkansas' Crater of Diamonds State Park and finds a 2.3-carat diamond, the park's third largest that year. A message in a bottle dropped in August 2024 off a Canada ferry travels 2,700 miles to Scotland, found by Maggie the dog, and the finder seeks the sender “Annie.” Maplewood Court senior residents enjoy an over-the-top glam photo shoot. A South Korean man faces up to five years for posting an AI wolf image that delayed capture of a real loose wolf by up to nine days.John also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media!  For Apple users, hit the banner which says Uninterrupted Listening on your Apple podcasts app. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories' with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com

STOPTIME: Live in the Moment.
Anna Robb on Spectacle, Leadership & Belonging

STOPTIME: Live in the Moment.

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 59:27 Transcription Available


Let us know what you enjoy about the show!This week on STOPTIME: Live in the Moment, Lisa sits down with powerhouse producer and global live entertainment leader Anna Robb for a deeply thoughtful conversation about creativity, leadership, risk-taking, and what it truly means to live fully in the present.Originally from Australia and now based in Hong Kong, Anna has spent more than 25 years producing and leading some of the most ambitious live entertainment projects in the world — from The Beatles LOVE with Cirque du Soleil in Las Vegas to The House of Dancing Water in Macau and large-scale global productions across five continents.But beyond the titles and productions, this conversation explores the human being behind the extraordinary career.Together, Lisa and Anna dive into: Why the biggest leaps in life often happen when we jump into the unknown  The difference between reckless risk and grounded, intentional risk  Leadership under pressure and making high-stakes decisions in real time  The beauty of imperfection in live performance and in life  Raising children while navigating a demanding global career  Creativity, discipline, and finding flow state  Cross-cultural leadership and understanding people deeply  Presence in a digitally distracted world  Why community and human connection matter more than ever  Letting go of control and releasing responsibility for others' behavior  Mortality, legacy, and living without regret Anna also shares moving reflections on motherhood, resilience, creative purpose, and the importance of creating spaces where people feel seen, connected, and inspired.This episode is a masterclass in grounded leadership, creative courage, and remembering what truly matters.About Anna RobbAnna Robb is one of the world's leading producers of live entertainment. Originally from Australia and now based in Hong Kong, her career has spanned more than 25 years across five continents.She began backstage at the Sydney Opera House before joining Cirque du Soleil as Stage Manager for The Beatles LOVE in Las Vegas. She later became General Stage Manager for The House of Dancing Water in Macau and served as COO for visionary director Franco Dragone.Today, Anna is the Executive Producer at Our Legacy Creations and CEO of StageLync, where she continues to shape the future of the global performing arts industry through innovative storytelling, leadership, and community-building.If you are enjoying the show please subscribe, share and review! Word of mouth is incredibly impactful and your support is much appreciated! Support the show

The Strategy Skills Podcast: Management Consulting | Strategy, Operations & Implementation | Critical Thinking
654: Associate Director of Culture and Change at BCG, Philip Jameson, on Why Most Transformations Fail

The Strategy Skills Podcast: Management Consulting | Strategy, Operations & Implementation | Critical Thinking

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 52:26


Philip Jameson discusses why most organizational transformations fail despite strong strategic intent, significant investment, and broad awareness that change is necessary. Drawing on his work at Boston Consulting Group and the research behind How Change Really Works, Jameson argues that the core problem is often not strategy itself, but a poor understanding of "how humans behave during periods of change." The conversation begins with Jameson's unusual path into consulting through classical music and leadership at the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. He reflects on the orchestra's temporary departure from the Sydney Opera House during its renovation and why the experience fundamentally shaped his thinking about institutional change. "It was an experience that I had had of really a change gone right," he explains, "and it made me passionate about giving the gift of great change to as many people in my life as I could." A major focus of the discussion is what Jameson calls "false alignment" — situations where leadership teams behave "as if you're more agreed than you really are." He argues that many transformations fail because executives believe they share a common vision until operational specifics expose deep disagreements. The episode also explores why leaders often avoid disagreement altogether. Citing behavioral research from Julia Minson, Jameson explains that people routinely overestimate how damaging disagreement will feel in practice. "It is much worse to imagine having a disagreement with someone than it is to actually have a disagreement with someone," he says. Another major theme is agency. Jameson draws on the "IKEA effect," the tendency for people to value outcomes they helped create themselves. In successful transformations, employees feel they have "their thumbprint on the design of the change." "Change really works," he argues, "when the people affected by that change… feel that they have contributed meaningfully to it in some way." The conversation also examines why organizations frequently underestimate barriers to adoption. Jameson outlines seven common reasons employees resist new tools, systems, or behaviors — including skill gaps, lack of time, lack of perceived benefit, and fear of losing status or value inside the organization. Rather than treating resistance as irrational, he argues leaders should approach adoption with "deep empathy" and structured thinking about human behavior. Another important thread concerns rituals and operating cadence during transformation. Jameson describes successful change efforts as highly disciplined systems with consistent decision-making rhythms, clear forums, and predictable escalation paths. "In great changes," he says, "there's a very consistent drumbeat." The episode also explores storytelling as a strategic tool during periods of uncertainty. Jameson outlines three recurring narratives used in successful transformations: the threat story, the fitness story, and the destiny story. The strongest organizations, he argues, usually commit to one clear narrative rather than mixing several competing explanations. The latter part of the discussion turns to AI and organizational adaptation. Jameson views AI transformations primarily as behavioral transformations rather than purely technical ones. "Maybe you think of it as an AI change," he says, "but really it's about human beings." Throughout the conversation, Jameson returns to one central idea: organizations rarely fail because they lack intelligence or ambition. They fail because leaders underestimate how difficult it is for groups of people to change behavior collectively and sustain that change over time. For executives, operators, and transformation leaders, the episode offers a practical framework grounded not only in strategy, but in the behavioral science of how change actually happens. Get Philip's new book, How Change Really Works, here: https://tinyurl.com/2zb4p63d Claim your free gift: Free gift #1 McKinsey & BCG winning resume www.FIRMSconsulting.com/resumePDF Free gift #2 Breakthrough Decisions Guide with 25 AI Prompts www.FIRMSconsulting.com/decisions Free gift #3 Five Reasons Why People Ignore Somebody www.FIRMSconsulting.com/owntheroom Free gift #4 Access episode 1 from Build a Consulting Firm, Level 1 www.FIRMSconsulting.com/build Free gift #5 The Overall Approach used in well-managed strategy studies www.FIRMSconsulting.com/OverallApproach Free gift #6 Get a copy of Nine Leaders in Action, a book we co-authored with some of our clients: www.FIRMSconsulting.com/gift

SBS Tamil - SBS தமிழ்
‘Temple of Desire': பரதநாட்டியம், அடையாளம், விடுதலை

SBS Tamil - SBS தமிழ்

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 13:18


Karma Dance வழங்கும் ‘Temple of Desire' நிகழ்ச்சி தெற்காசிய Queer வரலாறு, பரதநாட்டியம், இந்து புராணக் கதைகள், மற்றும் புலம்பெயர் அடையாளம் குறித்த புதுமையான நடனத் தயாரிப்பு. மெல்பேர்ன் மற்றும் டொரொன்டோவில் வெற்றிகரமாக நடைபெற்ற இந்த நிகழ்ச்சி ஜூன் 4 மற்றும் 5ஆம் தேதிகளில் Sydney Opera House-ல் மேடையேறவுள்ளது. கலாச்சார இழப்பு, பாலியல் விடுதலை, Queer உரிமைகள், பெண்களின் உரிமைகள் மற்றும் trans அனுபவம் போன்ற கருப்பொருள்களை பேசும் ‘Temple of Desire' நிகழ்ச்சியில் பங்கேற்கும் அன்யா சரவணன் மற்றும் அருள்செல்வம் சுப்ரமணியம் ஆகிய கலைஞர்களுடன் கலந்துரையாடுகிறார் றைசெல்.

Bright Side
Famous Landmarks That Almost Looked Totally Different

Bright Side

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2026 12:45


Did you know some of the world's most famous landmarks almost looked completely different? Take the Eiffel Tower—it was nearly scrapped for being an eyesore, and the original designs included a giant stone tower instead of the sleek iron structure we know today. The Sydney Opera House? Its iconic sail-like design barely made the cut; early versions looked more like a boring concrete stadium. Even the Statue of Liberty could've had a drastically different vibe—at one point, the idea of her holding a broken chain instead of a torch was on the table. These landmarks could've been unrecognizable, and it's crazy to think how close they came to being something else. So next time you see these iconic spots, remember they're famous now, but they almost weren't! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do Go On
550 - NYE '79: Anarchy at the Sydney Opera House

Do Go On

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 80:32


The 1979 New Year's Eve concert at the Sydney Opera House featured the legendary Aussie rock band The Angels, with an estimated 100,000 attendees, unfortunately due to poor planning, the event soon descended into chaos! We hear all about it, plus a history of the legendary band!This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 07:45 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report).This episode was recorded live in BrisbaneFor all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod Check out our other podcasts:Book Cheat: https://play.acast.com/s/book-cheatPrime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/Jess Writes A Rom-Com: https://shows.acast.com/jess-writes-a-rom-comOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasDo Go On acknowledges the traditional owners of the land we record on, the Wurundjeri people, in the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders, past and present. REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCiLWtUFLvQhttps://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/from-the-archives-1980-violence-arrests-at-new-year-s-eve-concert-20201218-p56opf.htmlhttps://www.news.com.au/entertainment/books-magazines/books/the-night-sydneys-new-years-eve-party-became-a-horror-show-rock-stars-felled-by-storm-of-missiles-as-cameras-rolled/news-story/aea163e01772918570c74b03545d2efahttps://www.sydneyfestival.org.au/about-ushttps://web.archive.org/web/20040803080238/http://www.whammo.com.au/encyclopedia.asp?articleid=34https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Am_I_Ever_Gonna_See_Your_Face_Againhttps://themusic.com.au/features/50-not-out-50-things-you-should-know-about-the-angels/pJEatrm4u7o/28-06-24 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Straight To The Source
Simon Sandall: 41 Years in Kitchens, One Life-Changing Valentine's Day, and Why He's Never Looked Back

Straight To The Source

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 54:16


Some kids find trouble. Simon Sandall was very, very good at it. He starts on the streets of Rugby, England, where he was, by his own cheerful admission, heading nowhere fast. What pulled him back? Food. And forty-one years, a few broken noses, a life-threatening health crisis, and one extraordinary Valentine's Day later, he's the Executive Chef and Owner of Boronia Kitchen, cooking on his own terms, and loving every minute of it. In this episode, Tawnya Bahr sits down with Simon for a raw, honest, and often hilarious conversation about the realities of a career in professional kitchens. The good, the brutal, and the deeply human moments in between. Episode Overview (Ep #80) with Simon Sandall and Tawnya Bahr What We Cover in This Episode From rat bag to rising star. How walking a dog led Simon into a vegetarian restaurant kitchen at age 14, and why his Welsh TAFE teacher's blunt words ("sort your shit out or f*** off") became the making of him The brutal truth about old-school kitchen culture. Simon doesn't sugarcoat it: the kitchens of London's elite hotels were aggressive, physically dangerous, and completely normalised. How does that compare to the kitchen he runs today at Boronia? The Ritz vs. Claridge's. How a 17-year-old Simon chose between two of London's most iconic hotels (he picked the one where he felt like a person, not a number) and what that decision taught him about culture Going gold at Olympia. Competing in culinary competitions at 17, working 48-hour stretches on cold masterpieces, and what ego-driven ambition looks like when you're young and hungry The world years. From the Greek islands to Mozambique (four years out of civil war), Lake Malawi, and navigating a continent post-civil war with nothing but instinct, biltong in his backpack, and a talent for banoffee pie Landing in Australia broke and long-haired. The story of arriving in Sydney on borrowed money, being knocked back for jobs because of his appearance, and flipping steaks at the Orient Hotel at the Rocks until the right opportunity opened up 17 years with Matt Moran. What this relationship taught Simon about craft, loyalty, friendship, and farming. Why Matt is now one of his closest mates, getting him up to the farm to forage pine mushrooms and collect fresh eggs. Valentine's Day, 2018. The moment that changed everything. Simon shares with extraordinary openness how necrotising pancreatitis almost took his life, how he said goodbye to his kids from a hospital bed, and how he signed the lease on Boronia Kitchen from intensive care. Nearly nine years sober, and no regrets. The Boronia Kitchen story. A passion project built on discipline, seasonal produce, a kitchen garden harvested twice daily, and a commitment to doing things properly on his own terms The cookbook. Self-published, coffee table-worthy but built to get greasy, and packed with seasonal recipes that define Boronia's kitchen About Simon Sandall & Boronia Kitchen Simon Sandall is the Executive Chef and Owner of Boronia Kitchen in Sydney. With over four decades in the industry, including time at the Ritz London, the Sydney Opera House, and seven years on the tools at ARIA Restaurant. Simon is one of Australia's most respected chefs. He is also the author of the self-published Boronia Kitchen cookbook. After a near-fatal health crisis in 2018, Simon rebuilt his life around his restaurant, his kitchen garden, his family, and nearly nine years of sobriety. Boronia Kitchen: https://www.boroniakitchen.com.au/ Address: 150 Pittwater Road, Hunters Hill NSW Australia The Boronia Kitchen Cookbook: https://www.boroniakitchen.com.au/shop/p/the-story-of-boronia Instagram: @chefsimonsandall @boroniakitchen @cateringbysimonsandall About Straight to the Source Straight To The Source is hosted by Tawnya Bahr and Lucy Allon. We'd love to hear from you! Reach out, leave a review, and share this episode with someone in the industry who needs to hear it. You can find us: Straight To The Source Food Podcast: https://lnk.to/jBCTBE Straight To The Source Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straight_to_the_source/ Straight To The Source Website: http://straighttothesource.com.au Tawnya Bahr: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tawnyabahr/ Instagram: @tawnyabahr Email: tbahr@straighttothesource.com.au Lucy Allon: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucyallon/ Instagram: @lucy_allon Email: lucy@straighttothesource.com.au Keywords: Simon Sandall, Boronia Kitchen, straight to the source podcast, Australian chef, Sydney restaurant, Matt Moran, chef mental health, cateringbysimonsandall, hospitality industry, kitchen culture, farm to table Sydney, foodpodcast, sustainability, Australian food producers, chef sobriety, kitchen garden, Boronia Kitchen cookbook, necrotising pancreatitis, chef career advice@straighttothesourcepodcast: https://www.youtube.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bright Side
We Dug Miles Into the Earth and Found a Lost Civilization

Bright Side

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2026 11:35


In The Frame: Theatre Interviews from West End Frame
S11 Ep21: Drew Gasparini, composer of Karate Kid The Musical

In The Frame: Theatre Interviews from West End Frame

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 29:20


Drew Gasparini has written the music and lyrics for Karate Kid The Musical. The musical just had its UK premiere at New Wimbledon Theatre and is embarking on a UK tour.Drew is an award-winning songwriter, musical theatre composer, lyricist, playwright, and performer. He has written the scores for Night Shift (commissioned by Warner Bros.); Crazy Just Like Me (NYMF “Best of Fest” winner), and along with good friend/writing partner, Alex Brightman, Drew has written the scores for Make Me Bad (a musical psychological thriller), It's Kind of a Funny Story (based on the Ned Vizzini novel), and The Whipping Boy (based on the Sid Fleischman novel). On London's the West End, Drew's song-cycle I Could Use a Drink(based on his musical theatre concept album) was performed at the Garrick Theater, and in April 2025, his musical We Aren't Kids Anymore (starring Dylan Mulvaney, Melanie La Barrie, and Aimie Atkinson) played to sold out houses at the Savoy Theater.In 2019 Drew wrote the score for Super Bowl ad turned major publicity stunt, SKITTLES COMMERCIAL: The Broadway Musical (starring Golden Globe winner Michael C Hall) alongside book writer Will Eno. The project earned virtually every advertising award under the sun and was considered the most successful Super Bowl commercial of the year. In 2023, Drew was tapped to write the song for another major ad campaign for booking.com called Somewhere, Anywhere starring Oscar Nominee Melissa McCarthy. Drew's songs have been heard in ads for Toyota, Ford, Dreyer's Ice Cream, and more. He was also a songwriter for the cult-favorite TV series, SMASH season 2.Drew's sheet music is some of the most popular amongst theatre students around the globe thanks to the success of his albums I Could Use a Drink (released in 2013 by Broadway Records), which continues to be a mainstay in the musical theatre canon—as well as his album We Aren't Kids Anymore (released in 2020): the basis of the new musical of the same title which continues it's development in the UK. Concerts of Drew's music have been performed in six of the seven continents, translated into countless languages, in venues from The Kennedy Center to the Sydney Opera House. And in 2018 Drew performed a night of this musical with the 80 piece Virginia Symphony Orchestra in Norfolk, VA.Coming up: Drew is currently working on a meta-concept musical called The Unthought Known, and a new musical called Captain (again, with Alex Brightman), which is the gritty “true” origin story of Captain James Hook. Drew also just completed work on his first novel: a dramedy titled Fathomless Space, and is currently shopping it to publishers.Karate Kid tours the UK until August and then plays in Toronto from September. Visit www.thekaratekidthemusicaluk.com for info, tour dates and tickets.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar
Tony Kieraldo TALKS Postmodern Jukebox & James Bond | EP 428

Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 38:21 Transcription Available


It is a pleasure to welcome Tony Kieraldo to the Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.  Tony is a world-renowned pianist, composer, and musical director, known for his work with Postmodern Jukebox, musical director for Celebrate the Beat in Colorado, and a music teaching artist with the National Dance Institute in New York.  In August 2025, he released Golden Keys. This project reimagined James Bond's iconic music for ragtime piano and voice. The album features collaborations with singers with whom he collaborated during his time with Postmodern Jukebox. He toured the album's first iteration in the United Kingdom last year and will continue expanding the project this year.His album, Hudson Ragtime Piano Suite, written during the pandemic, showcased Tony Kieraldo's original compositions and the history of Hudson, New York's five main streets.  He regularly collaborates with tap dance sensation Demi Remick, releasing arrangements that range from Taylor Swift to The Wizard of Oz.  In 2017, Tony conducted the critically acclaimed opera The Mother of Us All, which received reviews in both The New Yorker and The New York Times. He also performed on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and twice at the Obama White House. He also performed at iconic venues such as the Royal Albert Hall, the Sydney Opera House, the London Palladium, Town Hall, and the Ryman Auditorium.On the latest episode of The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast, Tony Kieraldo spoke about his time with Postmodern Jukebox and performing at legendary venues, including the White House and the Sydney Opera House. He also shared about the Golden Keys' recording process, including his collaborations with Casey Abrams (“Live and Let Die”), Effie Passero (“From Russia with Love”), and Tia Simone (“Goldeneye”).Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support.

Biographers in Conversation
Helen Pitt: "The House" and "Luna Park"

Biographers in Conversation

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2026 51:18


In this episode of Biographers in Conversation, Helen Pitt chats with Dr Gabriella Kelly-Davies about The House: The dramatic story of the Sydney Opera House and the people who made it and Luna Park: The extraordinary story of the showmen, shysters and schemers who built Sydney's famous fun park. Here's what you'll discover in this episode: The catalyst for The House was hearing of the death of Sydney Opera House architect Jørn Utzon. Helen Pitt realised his tragic story deserved retelling for a new generation. Helen restored the largely forgotten story of Peter Hall, the Australian architect who completed the interiors of Sydney Opera House after Utzon's dramatic departure in 1966. Luna Park began taking shape in 2019, driven by Helen's desire to uncover the dark history lurking beneath one of Sydney's most joyful facades. The Ghost Train fire of 9 June 1979, which killed six children and one father, sits at the heart of Luna Park. Helen presents compelling evidence that the potential crime scene was bulldozed within 24 hours, making the truth perhaps permanently unknowable. Helen cites Erik Larson's The Devil in the White City as her primary model for novelistic nonfiction, employing scene-setting, dialogue and granular detail to bring history viscerally alive.

Radiohead Heads Radio
Episode 83 – Blue Morpho

Radiohead Heads Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 122:33


Our predictions have come true: Ed is finally releasing his second solo album, Blue Morpho! We chat about the lush lead single and the multitude of interesting interviews he's given thus far. We also watched the fantastic feature length concert film, Thom Yorke at (not inside) the Sydney Opera House. Plus, we discuss the Motion Picture House --the upcoming tour of the KID A MNESIA exhibition IRL-- and what people are saying about its mysterious debut at Coachella.

HearSej
#110 - Kutcha Edwards

HearSej

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2026 41:56


Seja talks to her guest Kutcha Edwards about his 60th birthday shows '60 cycles around the sun', his experiences playing on the world's biggest stages such as the Sydney Opera House and how Robert Cray inspired him to first write songs. They chat about the story of his song ‘Today', their love of Omnichords, writing through your spirit rather than your intellect, and listening with your whole being. Kutcha tells Seja about his role in burying family members, being an independent artist and intergenerational trauma. All illustrations for the show can be seen on Instagram @Hearsejpodcast of on the HearSej Facebook page.

Mick and the PhatMan Talking Music
A Galaxy of Great Guest Appearances

Mick and the PhatMan Talking Music

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2026 65:12


 This episode, we look at guest appearances.  From Duane Allman playing the famous lead on “Layla”, to Bob Seger doing backing vocals on The Eagles' “Heartache Tonight”. It's all here, from a moment in the studio to creation of an inspirational piece of music It's a chock-a-block episode. “Knockin' on Heaven's Door” looks at Neil Sedaka, Charles Negron II of Three Dog Night, William "Billy Bass" Nelson Jr, of Parliament-Funkadelic, and rappers Lil Poppa 25 and Luci4 22, who were, surprisingly, shot to death. “Rock News” considers nominees for the 2026 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and we introduce our latest “Rod Stewart Moment”. If that's not enough, “1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die”, looks at Eno's 1978 album “Ambient 1: Music for Airports” and how it fits with his early body of work.  So much to take in!  Enjoy!  References:  Guesting, Collaboration, Session, Eddie Van Halen, “Beat It”, “Eat It”, “Sentimental Hygiene”, Donald Trump - “Home Alone 2”, Voice roles on “The Simpsons”, Crowded House, Sydney Opera House forecourt, Tim Finn, Split Enz, “I See Red”, Lou Reed, Antony Hegarty (Antony and The Johnstons), “Berlin”, Cyndi Lauper, Cher, “Girls just want to have fun”, David Bowie, Hammersmith Odeon, Ziggy Stardust, Jeff Beck, “Jean Genie”, “His Master's Voice”, “Ziggy Stardust: The Motion Picture”, Bono, George Michael – Aretha Franklin, Buddy Guy – Clapton & Phil Collins, Muddy Waters - Mick, Keith & Ronnie, Billy Bragg – Peter Buck & Michael Stipe, Glastonbury, Paul McCartney - Dave Grohl & Bruce Springsteen, Elton John, Sebel Town House, Warren Zevon, Dylan, Don Henley, “Wish You Were Here”, Roy Harper - “Have A Cigar”, The Beatles - Duane Allman/Billy Preston/Eric Clapton, John Lennon - “Whatever gets you through the night”/Elton John, Lennon backing vocals on Bowie's “Fame”, Thin Lizzy, “Live & Dangerous” - Huey Lewis harmonica, Peter Gabriel - “Games Without Frontiers”/“Don't Give Up” - Kate Bush, Neil Young - “Heart of Gold”/“Old Man” - James Taylor & Linda Ronstadt, REM, “Shiny Happy People” - Kate Pierson, “Nightswimming” - John Paul Jones arranged, Rolling Stones, “We Love You” - Lennon & McCartney backing vocals, “All You Need is Love - Jagger and Richards backing vocals, Carly Simon, “You're so Vain” - Jagger backing vocals, Phil Collins, “Another Day in Paradise” - David Crosby backing vocal, “The Great Gig in the Sky” – Pink Floyd/Dark Side of the Moon - Clare Torry, “Let's Dance” – Stevie Ray Vaughan, “While my Guitar Gently Weeps” – Clapton, Sting - “Money for Nothing”, I want my MTV, Dire Straits  Playlist   Robert Fripp & Toyah Wilcox - "Heroes"Send us a message, so we know what you're thinking!

Nightlife
Meet the man with a dream job in music: bringing world famous musicians to the Sydney Opera House

Nightlife

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2026 37:06


How does Ben Marshall find the most exciting acts to perform in one of the world's most iconic buildings?

Irish Tech News Audio Articles
Dublin Smartphone Film Festival Returns for Its 9th Year With a Programme That Hits Close to Home

Irish Tech News Audio Articles

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 3:02


The Dublin Smartphone Film Festival (DubSmartFF) returns for its 9th year on April 11th, 2026, at The Pearse Centre, bringing together Ireland's most distinctive and daring mobile filmmakers under one roof, and this year, the programme has something to say. Headlining the 2026 festival is the Irish premiere of Once Was Too Much, a new documentary from Dublin director Ray Hegarty that offers an unflinching window into the activism of Flames Not Flowers, a Dublin-based feminist collective dedicated to raising awareness of Gender-Based Domestic Violence and honouring the women who have lost their lives to it in Ireland. "We've always believed that mobile filmmaking democratises storytelling," says Festival Director Robert Fitzhugh. "This year, Once Was Too Much is the embodiment of that belief. These are Irish stories, Irish women, and a Dublin filmmaker using the most accessible tool available to give them a voice. That's exactly what this festival exists to amplify." The 2026 programme also includes the European Premiere of Squashbox, the award-winning short documentary from acclaimed South African filmmaker SJ Van Breda. The film, shot entirely on mobile devices across KwaZulu-Natal and Ireland, tells the story of SAMA-winning Maskandi duo Qadasi & Maqhinga, and made its world premiere at the Sydney Opera House in January, where it took home five major awards. Its European debut in Dublin is a testament to the global reach of mobile cinema. Now in its 9th year, DubSmartFF remains Ireland's only international film festival dedicated exclusively to mobile filmmaking. The 2026 programme features over 25 short films across categories, including Best Documentary, Animation, Music Video, and more Dublin Smartphone Film Festival Event Details The Pearse Centre, Dublin April 11th, 2026 12 pm – 5 pm Tickets from €16 — www. dublinsmartphonefilmfestival. com More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Total Reboot with Cameron James & Alexei Toliopoulos
Cameron James returns for some gentle comedy, cult classics and weird cinema (2nd Anniversary Show)

Total Reboot with Cameron James & Alexei Toliopoulos

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 75:57


Celebrating another year of The Last Video Store with our original first customer and best mate… it's another return of Cameron James! Cam & Alexei are joining forces for a very special screening of TRUE STORIES the only film directed by TALKING HEADS frontman David Byrne for Saturday Film Club at The Sydney Opera House (https://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/vivid-live/saturday-film-club-true-stories). If you've never seen it, its a very rare screening of a true masterpiece. Pick up tickets to Alexei's comedy festival tour of his new show VHS in 2026 (https://comedy.com.au/tour/alexei-toliopoulos/) Follow ALEXEI TOLIOPOULOS on Letterboxd (https://letterboxd.com/thisisalexei/) for all the rental combo lists. Hit up the Last Video Store on instagram (https://www.instagram.com/lastvideostorebetoota/) for all of our guests picks

Teaser Talk
Jepha Howard of The Used on 25 Years, Sydney Opera House, MCR, and New Music | Teaser Talk

Teaser Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 23:58


Jepha Howard of The Used is back on Teaser Talk.In this episode, we catch up on everything that has happened since his last appearance, including The Used celebrating 25 years, the band's recent touring run, Emo's Not Dead Cruise, and the massive Sydney Opera House performance with a full symphony orchestra and choir.Jepha also talks about the band's creative chemistry, why friendship has played such a big role in The Used's longevity, what it means to share a stage with My Chemical Romance, and how he views the band's legacy after all these years.And yes - we end with a teaser fans will want to hear about what's next.If you're a longtime fan of The Used or you grew up on the early 2000s emo scene, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

Street Shots Photography Podcast
The Future Is Bright: A Conversation with Gavin Libotte

Street Shots Photography Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2026 88:29


"When I play music, I see images. When I make images, I often hear music." "Wonder is not a property of childhood but a function of attention.” -- Gavin Libotte In this episode, Antonio and Ward mark their 250th show by talking with Australian photographer Gavin Libotte, whose path back into photography took a long detour through graphic design, music, teaching, and family life before street photography pulled him in for good. Gavin talks about losing his camera gear when he was young, rediscovering image-making through the iPhone and Hipstamatic, and then finding a deeper creative groove through daily shooting, books, zines, and long-term projects. What comes through most is how photography, for him, is tied to rhythm, intuition, and being fully present in the moment, with music and visual composition feeding each other in a very personal way.  The conversation also gets into the way Gavin works: his graphic sense of color and design, his experiments with off-camera flash, his water photography, and the making of his book Symphony Number Five. Along the way, Antonio and Ward respond to the emotional pull of Gavin's pictures, especially one Sydney Opera House image that sends the discussion into ideas about wonder, timing, and why certain photographs hit so deeply. It ends up being one of those episodes that is partly about technique, partly about books and process, and partly about what photography can do for a person when it becomes a way of staying awake to the world. Gavin Libotte - Website, Instagram. Purchase his book "Symphony No 5" here. Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio's Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question.   Show Links: Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin's Website, Vero, Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook page.   Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio Deezer Podcast Addict

Not Another D&D Podcast
Rot Topic - The Bizarre History of McDonaldland

Not Another D&D Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 66:53


Welcome to Rot Topic, the show where we delve deep into the dumpsters of our mind and share our fascinating findings with the world! This week, Head Rotsearcher Emily Axford takes us on a tour of the french-fried fantasy realm known as "McDonaldland." WARNING: Spoilers for "The Founder" (2016) ABOUND.Images and videos referenced in the episode are linked below!First-Ever Appearance of Ronald McDonaldOriginal McDonaldland CommercialEvil Grimace CommercialGrimace Bounce & BendGrimace's Beautiful LipsMac Tonight CommercialCREDITSSound Mixing and Editing by Trevor LyonGet tickets to our Radio City and Sydney Opera House shows HERE!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alan Carr's 'Life's a Beach'
S10 EP7: Jeff Goldblum (Video Edition)

Alan Carr's 'Life's a Beach'

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 37:26


Jeff Goldblum boards Alan Air for one of the most gloriously unpredictable flights yet. From Old Hollywood legends and Mulholland Drive nightmares to pickles, sandwiches and impromptu singing, Jeff goes full Goldblum - charming, curious and wonderfully maverick. They talk about his new album Night Blooms, touring with orchestras around the world, and the timeless magic of jazz standards. Along the way there's Sharon Stone, Billie Holiday, a surprising Bloody Mary debate… and Alan pitches Jeff a brand-new horror film: An American Were-MILF in London. Expect name-dropping, movie love, musical nostalgia and one very enthusiastic conversation about pickles.  00:00 Intro  00:18 Jeff Goldblum boards Alan Air  01:14 The Windmills of Your Mind & The Thomas Crown Affair  01:59 Jeff's frozen yoghurt meeting with Faye Dunaway  03:29 Crisps, pickles and snack food debates  05:30 Jeff Goldblum's favourite sandwiches  05:58 The “Bloody Alan” cocktail  07:30 Jeff's love of Lauren Hutton and gabby teeth  10:12 Horoscopes, science and star signs  11:41 Jeff's new album Night Blooms  12:59 Jeff and Alan singing classics like Misty and Bewitched  13:37 Nosferatu, horror films and Alan's Were-MILF pitch  15:03 Jeff agrees to star in Alan's movie  16:23 Touring the UK, Royal Albert Hall and Sydney Opera House  17:41 What happens at a Jeff Goldblum live show  19:41 Touring food: fish & chips and British roasts  20:29 Jeff's favourite drink: the Virgin Mary  21:14 Time machines, classic films and Total Recall  23:34 Sharon Stone, Casino and Scorsese movies  24:48 Old Hollywood, Chateau Marmont and Hollywood history  27:21 Mulholland Drive and David Lynch  29:15 Alan's middle name reveal  30:31 Quick-fire round  33:39 Final descent  #LifesABeach #AlanCarr #JeffGoldblum #Podcast #TravelPodcast #NightBlooms #Jazz #ClassicHollywood #MovieLegends #CelebrityPodcast #MulhollandDrive #OldHollywood #RoyalAlbertHall #ComedyPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rock N Roll Pantheon
STEVE HUTTON - BEHIND THE CURTAIN

Rock N Roll Pantheon

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 59:57


Introducing, Steve Hutton manager of Kid Rock, Meat Loaf, Better Than Ezra, All That Remains, Seu Jorge, The Heavy, Bebel Gilberto, Freddie McClendon, and many more! We dive deep and go Behind The Curtain with Steve on his career. How did he go from lawyer to music manager? What artists sparked his love of music? How did he collaborate with and influence Kid Rock's early career from independent album releases to the Mega-Hit 14+ Million unit selling Devil Without A Cause? How does he reflect upon the ground-breaking mash-up of genres (Rock/Hip-Hop/Country) on that album and it's influence on today's music? What are the key ingredients Steve believes one has to have in order to be a successful manager? How did he end up on the roof of the Sydney Opera House with Brazilian actor and music superstar Seu Jorge? What was his experience working with Rock Legend Meat Loaf towards the end of Meat Loaf's career? All of this and more from a true Rock 'N Roll insider! Plus, I put Steve on the hot seat and ask him 10 questions as first made famous by Bernard Pivot and then James Lipton on Inside The Actor Studio! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Panda Radio Podcast
STEVE HUTTON - BEHIND THE CURTAIN

Panda Radio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 60:57


Introducing, Steve Hutton manager of Kid Rock, Meat Loaf, Better Than Ezra, All That Remains, Seu Jorge, The Heavy, Bebel Gilberto, Freddie McClendon, and many more! We dive deep and go Behind The Curtain with Steve on his career. How did he go from lawyer to music manager? What artists sparked his love of music? How did he collaborate with and influence Kid Rock's early career from independent album releases to the Mega-Hit 14+ Million unit selling Devil Without A Cause? How does he reflect upon the ground-breaking mash-up of genres (Rock/Hip-Hop/Country) on that album and it's influence on today's music? What are the key ingredients Steve believes one has to have in order to be a successful manager? How did he end up on the roof of the Sydney Opera House with Brazilian actor and music superstar Seu Jorge? What was his experience working with Rock Legend Meat Loaf towards the end of Meat Loaf's career? All of this and more from a true Rock 'N Roll insider! Plus I put Steve on the hot seat and ask him 10 questions as first made famous by Bernard Pivot and then James Lipton on Inside The Actor Studio! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Full Voice Podcast With Nikki Loney
214 | Navigating Chronic Illness & Vocal Injury with Hannah May

The Full Voice Podcast With Nikki Loney

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 64:50


214 | Navigating Chronic Illness & Vocal Injury with Hannah May {fullvoicemusic.com} ⭐ Find links mentioned in this episode here: https://www.fullvoicemusic.com/podcast/214/ ⭐ Illness and vocal health challenges touch every voice professional, in our own lives or in the lives of our students. Tasmanian-born singer, songwriter, and voice teacher Hannah May shares her journey through chronic illness and recovery from vocal injury and how that experience transformed the way she holds space for her students and sets clear, compassionate boundaries in her studio. In Episode 214, we explore a story of resilience, perspective, and a powerful redefinition of sustainable singing.

Not Another D&D Podcast
Hearthside Chat Q&A: Trinyvale x Strahd Reflections (and New Campaign Preview!)

Not Another D&D Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 65:46


The Trinyvale Triplets gather around the potato buffet heater to answer your burning questions about Trinyvale x Strahd! Thanks to everyone who submitted.Sound Mixing and Editing by Trevor LyonGet tickets to our Radio City and Sydney Opera House shows HERE!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Not Another D&D Podcast
Trinyvale X Strahd - Ep. 23: A Memorable Feast

Not Another D&D Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 108:52


CAMPAIGN FINALE! The Triplets meet with the Manager of Barovia and prepare to lodge the ultimate complaint. Jens gets defensive, Nyack shows his glass, and Onyx unleashes shell as the Trinyvale X Strahd crossover CONCLUDES! Thanks so much for listening and supporting the show!Get tickets to our Radio City and Sydney Opera House shows HERE!CREDITSEditing by Brian Murphy & Caldwell TannerProduction and Sound Design by Daniel Ramos (@Schubirds on IG)Logo Design by Chelsea LeCompteMUSIC INCLUDES:"Trinyvale Opening Theme" by Emily Axford"The Gate" by Emily Axford“Strahd” by Emily Axford“Moonsick” by Emily Axford“Oh Melora” by Emily Axford“Lights Out” by Emily Axford“Barovian Tango” by Emily Axford“Half Brothers” by Emily Axford”“A Memorable Feast” by Emily Axford“TechGnomek” by Emily Axford“Obsidian” by Emily Axford"The Night Lotus" by Emily Axford"The Shard" by Emily Axford“The Journey of the Three” by Jens Christian Tvilum"Trinyvale Closing Theme" by Emily AxfordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Better Than Yesterday, with Osher Günsberg
When Australian Idol's Wes Carr Picked Up A Shovel It Changed What Happens When He Picks Up A Guitar

Better Than Yesterday, with Osher Günsberg

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 76:56 Transcription Available


In 2008, Wes Carr had the things most artists dream of - national fame, chart-topping success, and millions of eyes watching him perform on the iconic Sydney Opera House steps. What followed was a whirlwind of promotion, performing and recording sessions that strayed from Wes' authenticity as an artist. In this raw and reflective conversation, Wes opens up about success, identity, burnout, and the quiet cost of ambition. He talks about nuturing his passion for music growing up, the spiritual reckoning that followed his Australian Idol win, and why reinvention sometimes feels like survival. From changing his name and starting again in America, to returning home to Australia with his family and a new understanding of who he is without the noise, Wes is candid about where he's been and where he's going. LINKS Catch Wes playing live at the Birdsville Big Red Bash & Mundi Mundi Bash Follow Wes on Instagram: @wescarrmusic Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kate, Tim & Marty
Full Show | Notre Dayummmm!!!

Kate, Tim & Marty

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 55:03 Transcription Available


Sydney at 6 covered Chris Minns' extra Anzac Day public holiday annoying businesses, Jacob Elordi getting lost in the Sydney Opera House and leaving Margot Robbie waiting on stage, and over 286,000 people across Sydney venues in one weekend. Kim K's kids apparently love Lewis Hamilton, Cardi B fell off her chair mid-show and blamed the government, and Ricki-Leaks delivered a caller whose neighbourhood does wife swaps most nights. Northern Beaches Council banned bikinis on the free Hop, Skip and Jump bus between Manly and Balgowlah, and Guy Sebastian stopped by the studio to reveal his favourite song of all time... and it's a Ricki-Lee track.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not Another D&D Podcast
Trinyvale X Strahd - Ep. 22: Dark Blessing

Not Another D&D Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 79:44


The Triplets continue their exploration of Castle Ravenloft and unearth a treasure trove of shocking secrets! Jens becomes a Big Dog, Nyack feels competitive, Onyx gets shell shock as the Trinyvale X Strahd crossover nears its conclusion! Stayed tuned next week for the Finale! Get tickets to our Radio City and Sydney Opera House shows HERE!CREDITSEditing by Brian MurphyProduction and Sound Design by Daniel Ramos (@Schubirds on IG)Logo Design by Chelsea LeCompteMUSIC INCLUDES:"Trinyvale Opening Theme" by Emily Axford"Where is the Manager??" by Emily Axford“Selfless” by Emily Axford"The Gate" by Emily Axford“Barovian Tango by Emily Axford"The Shard" by Emily Axford“Obsidian” by Emily Axford“The Little Moon” By Emily Axford"The Tarroka Suite" by Emily Axford"The Night Lotus" by Emily Axford“Strahd” by Emily Axford"LIghts Out" by Emily Axford"Trinyvale Closing Theme" by Emily AxfordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Conversations
Zadie Smith on 'being on the side of life' at 50

Conversations

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 49:00


UK writer Zadie Smith became a world-wide sensation with the publication of her first novel White Teeth when she was 24. Now aged 50, she's bringing her trademark intelligence and wit to the subject of midlife.Her latest work is Dead and Alive, a new book of essays, where she writes about black British history, paintings, politics, our online lives and getting older.She also talks about up growing in North West London and where she's returned to live with her own family.Zadie will be in Australia next month as part of the All About Women festival at the Sydney Opera House on March 8th and at The Wheeler Centre in Melbourne on March 10th.Further InformationAll About Women at Sydney Opera HouseZadie Smith at The Wheeler CentreThis episode explores growing up in North West London, immigrants, black British history, the internet, smart phones, social media, the technology of the book, mid life, being 50, free university, Cambridge, diversity, academia, tap dancing, painting, politics, being a writer, non-fiction, young novelists, find success at young age.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.

Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
Funkadelic's Michael "Kidd" Hampton on 50 Years of Funk

Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 32:32


About Michael Hampton  After studying jazz guitar in high school, an impromptu backstage audition for George Clinton in 1974 earned 17-year-old Michael a seat on the Parliament mothership alongside the immortal Eddie Hazel, under the name "Kidd Funkadelic". Hampton has spent the past half-century playing nearly 400 shows with the band, in 25 countries across 6 continents. Highlights include multiple appearances at world-renowned festivals like Montreux Jazz, Glastonbury, Reading, Woodstock '99, Coachella, Bonnaroo, Roskilde, Lollapalooza, Fuji Rock, and Isle of Wight, and venues like the Apollo Theater, The Fillmore, Royal Albert Hall, Madison Square Garden, The Troubadour, Red Rocks, The Beacon, and Sydney Opera House. Among Hampton's Funkadelic writing credits are group staples like "Who Says a Funk Band Can't Play Rock?!" and "Funk Gets Stronger", both released during the group's late-'70s/early-80s hit run. His lead guitar is also embedded in the DNA of 90s hip-hop's G-Funk movement-Dr. Dre's "Let Me Ride" samples Parliament's "Mothership Connection", Ice Cube's "Bop Gun" borrows elements of Funkadelic's "One Nation Under a Groove" Michael's latest album "Into the Public Domain" is available now on all streaming outlets.  Social Media: www.Instagram.com/michaelwhampton www.youtube.com/@MaWaHa Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2Je4BDRuE01NHCoWlw5hG9?si=pECMNHHxT6-tUONc9pbi-g  About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Getty Images photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry. Visit us at: www.MusicMattersPodcast.comFollow us on Twitter: www.Twitter.com/musicmattersdh For inquiries, contact: musicmatterspodcastshow@gmail.com Support our mission via PayPal: www.paypal.me/payDarrell  voice over intro by Nigel J. Farmer