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Allegra Spender MP, Federal Member for Wentworth

05.08.25

Allegra Spender was re-elected as Independent Member for Wentworth in the May election, and came to see Alan Field for a chat on Monday Drive following the first sitting session of the new Parliament. […] Read More… from Allegra Spender MP, Federal Member for Wentworth

Breaking Waves

Breaking Waves, Episode 223

05.08.25

One of the most famous musicians in the history of history join Shai and Geoff on this episode of Breaking Waves. Enjoy some live performances from the superstar along with some exciting Sydney What’s Ons. […] Read More… from Breaking Waves, Episode 223

Drive

Conspiracy theories are as American as apple pie

05.08.25

David Barr talks to Charlie Lewis who has written a thumbnail sketch in Crikey of conspiracy theories in the United States. The conversation ranges from Roswell aliens, JFK assassination, QAnon and Jeffrey Epstein. Listen to Charlie Lewis share his knowledge on conspiracy theories in an interesting conversation with Drive Tuesday’s host David Barr.   […] Read More… from Conspiracy theories are as American as apple pie

Drive

The Coffee Roaster

31.07.25

We all love a good coffee, and Dan Fitzsimmons, boss of Eastside Radio sponsor The Coffee Roaster, discusses with Alan Field on Monday Drive what the components of a really good coffee are. […] Read More… from The Coffee Roaster

Drive

A sense of community – Interview with Craig Rutherford

31.07.25

A sense of community and belonging, this is what Holdsworth is all about. Holdsworth Community is a non-profit organisation based in Woollahra, operating around Sydney Eastern Suburbs. It focuses on providing services for the community from young children, families and aged care. Craig Rutherford was appointed as CEO this year, in this interview, he shares […] Read More… from A sense of community – Interview with Craig Rutherford

The Sydneyist

Murdering Minerva

30.07.25

Does Sydney have theatres to spare? In this episode of The Sydneyist, host Elizabeth Farrelly sits down with investigative journalist and author Duncan McNab to discuss the cultural battle over saving the historic, Art Deco Metro-Minerva theatre in Sydney’s Potts Point. Originally opened in 1939, this prominent piece of Sydney’s architectural history faces an uncertain […] Read More… from Murdering Minerva

Drive

Fitness in Ageing

29.07.25

Dirk Hansen discusses with Alan Field on Monday Drive the need for fitness and strength training as we age. […] Read More… from Fitness in Ageing

Breaking Waves

Breaking Waves, Episode 222

29.07.25

On this episode of Breaking Waves Shai and Geoff get into the ins and outs of China. Covering everything from Language to Panda Bears and even the famous Great Wall. This episode will have you laughing and learning all you need to know about the Kingdom of Cathay. […] Read More… from Breaking Waves, Episode 222

The Sydneyist

Are we ready for Slums?

28.07.25

How desperate are we? Is Sydney ready for the mass rollout of tiny, sunless apartments, as recommended by the Productivity Commissioner? On this episode of The Sydneyist podcast from 2024, Elizabeth Farrelly is joined by Sue Weatherley MPIA (Fellow) and President of the NSW Planning Institute of Australia, about whether sunless apartments will help solve […] Read More… from Are we ready for Slums?

The Sydneyist

Protesting the law of protest

28.07.25

In NSW, unlike Queensland, Victoria and the ACT, there is no right to protest, protests must be approved by police and you can be jailed for climbing on ‘a structure.’ On this episode of The Sydneyist podcast with Elizabeth Farrelly speaks with Professor Simon Rice about our increasingly draconian protest laws in NSW. Are we […] Read More… from Protesting the law of protest

Drive

Interview with Novak Manojlvic: Artistic Director of SIMA

25.07.25

The Sydney Improvised Music Association (SIMA) is an organisation promoting jazz across Australia. The organisation has evolved in recent months with new staff and projects developing. They have been trying to re-energize the music scene in Sydney especially surrounding Jazz music. This is why they created Jazz Now, evenings of fun jazz and improvised music. […] Read More… from Interview with Novak Manojlvic: Artistic Director of SIMA

Something Else

Scallywag Showtunes – S2 Ep8

25.07.25

‘Ello! We are Arfur and Charlie Chimbley, the Chimbley Bruvvers, esquire, at your service, here to entertain you with our humorous and delightful cockney banter. In our new segment, Scallywag Showtunes, airing during Master Tony Roma’s Thursday Drive show, we will hexplore in hexcruciating detail (but with our trademark cheeky repartee), all fings pertaining or […] Read More… from Scallywag Showtunes – S2 Ep8

Drive

Hanna Diviney – Sydney’s Disability Pride Festival

23.07.25

We’re joined by actress, activist and author Hannah Diviney, who unpacks everything you need to know about Sydney’s Disability Pride Festival happening Saturday, 26 July, from 10 AM to 4 PM at Town Hall. This is a free, disabled-led celebration — every organiser, performer, and volunteer brings their story, identity, and lived experience. Under the bold theme […] Read More… from Hanna Diviney – Sydney’s Disability Pride Festival

Drive

James O’Donnell

22.07.25

James O’Donnell is one of the most celebrated concert organists of our time. As the principal organist at Westminster Abbey for 24 years, he has played at royal weddings and funerals, as well as many other prestigious events around the world. He speaks with Alan Field on Monday Drive about his music and his upcoming […] Read More… from James O’Donnell

Love Soul

Patrice Rushen

21.07.25

Today’s guest was just three years old when she started playing piano. And at the ripe old age of 6 she was giving classical recitals. A prodigy, a powerhouse, a multi-instrumentalist and multi-award-winning, Grammy nominated artist, this deeply talented lady has also made her mark on academia as the chair of popular music at USC […] Read More… from Patrice Rushen

Drive

Sjaella

19.07.25

Sjaella is an acapella group of six exceptional German women about to take Australia by storm. Franziska from the group shares the story of the group’s creation, development, and their music with Alan Field on Monday Drive. […] Read More… from Sjaella

Drive

Professor Nicole Lee – Benefits of Moderate Alcohol Intake

15.07.25

“Every day without alcohol makes a difference”Nicole Lee is Adjunct Professor at the National Drug Research Institute. She talks to David Barr about the benefits of moderating alcohol intake. […] Read More… from Professor Nicole Lee – Benefits of Moderate Alcohol Intake

The Sydneyist

The Selwyn Street Boarding Houses

15.07.25

Is Sydney becoming a ghetto for the rich? The Selwyn Street boarding houses have become a test case for affordable inner-city living. Mike Mannix has been leading the fight to save them, and the 30 people they house. Mike joins Elizabeth Farrelly on The Sydneyist podcast to give us the background to this battle for […] Read More… from The Selwyn Street Boarding Houses

Breaking Waves

Breaking Waves, Episode 221

15.07.25

After over five years as a much loved host on Breaking Waves this episode marks Alex Hely’s final show and what a way to go out. In this episode Alex gets into the sound of the new Formula One movie starring Brad Pitt, the backstory of The Kid LARO, effective breath work for stress relief […] Read More… from Breaking Waves, Episode 221