<![CDATA[The Last Post Radio Show]]>c3e3cc80-e24c-5b17-8b2b-c19bbe3d935dWed, 01 Apr 2026 22:32:22 +0000Captivate.fmGreg T Rosshttps://artwork.captivate.fm/210ebc30-c7ff-498c-8e9f-2cbfe0e73c67/E9rL2P50l59H4F_gWqILoNHJ.pngThe Last Post Radio ShowGreg T RossGreg T RossThe Last Post Radio show entertains and informs with conversations with leading Australians across a wide selection of genre. https://mynewpodcast.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastDennis Lillee, FJ Holden... pinball machines making a comebackDennis Lillee, FJ Holden... pinball machines making a comebackThanks to the NFSA's acquisition of five unique Australian-made machines, pinball is making a comeback. Back in the day, in milk bars, fish 'n chip shops, arcades and caravan parks, you would find pinball machines. Around the country, teenagers would empty the household supply of 10 and 20 cent coins to be part of the fun. Here, The Last Post Radio Show speaks with NFSA's Digital Games Curator Yolanda Yip about the era and the importance of how these machines reflect Australia's history.

]]>Thanks to the NFSA's acquisition of five unique Australian-made machines, pinball is making a comeback. Back in the day, in milk bars, fish 'n chip shops, arcades and caravan parks, you would find pinball machines. Around the country, teenagers would empty the household supply of 10 and 20 cent coins to be part of the fun. Here, The Last Post Radio Show speaks with NFSA's Digital Games Curator Yolanda Yip about the era and the importance of how these machines reflect Australia's history.

]]>2bd1b707-478e-4690-8c04-9efdb3aa1c5aThu, 02 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +110015:14falsefull11891891Global Book Crawl - April 20-26th. The beauty of bookshops and readingGlobal Book Crawl - April 20-26th. The beauty of bookshops and readingIt started in Spain and now has enveloped the world. Now in it's second year, the Global Book Crawl encourages people, in a time of instant everything, to take the time to hold a book and to read it. It's free, accessible and can involve you and family and friends. For education and good mental health and to step into another life, from Vancouver to Veracruz, from Queens to Sweden and Spain and in Fiji...and here in Australia. The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Mark Rubbo from Readings and Jaye Chin Dusting from Mary Martin's about this international event.

]]>It started in Spain and now has enveloped the world. Now in it's second year, the Global Book Crawl encourages people, in a time of instant everything, to take the time to hold a book and to read it. It's free, accessible and can involve you and family and friends. For education and good mental health and to step into another life, from Vancouver to Veracruz, from Queens to Sweden and Spain and in Fiji...and here in Australia. The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Mark Rubbo from Readings and Jaye Chin Dusting from Mary Martin's about this international event.

]]>34b37928-f162-4b55-b97a-4e50a2e30121Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +110025:22falsefull11881881The Last Salute...I Am Woman. 85 years of women in RAAFThe Last Salute...I Am Woman. 85 years of women in RAAFTo celebrate International Women's Day, 8th March 2026, people gathered at the Fighter World Museum in Williamtown, NSW to hear stories of women's experience in defence. After a Welcome to Country from Sgt Carla Sewell Whitlock, Indigenous Liaison from Williamtown, Wing Commander Linda Margaret New CSM as MC, gives us the story and history of women in the RAAF. The keynote speaker is Wing Commander Dr Mary Anne Whiting (Retired). First in the series, Mary Anne gives a remarkable recollection of her experience, from her beginnings to her last salute in 2023. In this series, we give thanks to Mary Anne and all women who have contributed to the defence force and service to the nation.

]]>To celebrate International Women's Day, 8th March 2026, people gathered at the Fighter World Museum in Williamtown, NSW to hear stories of women's experience in defence. After a Welcome to Country from Sgt Carla Sewell Whitlock, Indigenous Liaison from Williamtown, Wing Commander Linda Margaret New CSM as MC, gives us the story and history of women in the RAAF. The keynote speaker is Wing Commander Dr Mary Anne Whiting (Retired). First in the series, Mary Anne gives a remarkable recollection of her experience, from her beginnings to her last salute in 2023. In this series, we give thanks to Mary Anne and all women who have contributed to the defence force and service to the nation.

]]>38c37d3c-3101-4707-a277-233561ed3fcaMon, 30 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +110050:49falsefull11871871Big Dog Pet Foods supporting PTSD Dogs supporting those with PTSDBig Dog Pet Foods supporting PTSD Dogs supporting those with PTSDPTSD Dogs' CEO Angie Weeks talks to us about the amazing work being done by her organisation and ways that you can help.

]]>PTSD Dogs' CEO Angie Weeks talks to us about the amazing work being done by her organisation and ways that you can help.

]]>8a4100e7-6ca7-4484-989c-bde048141ac1Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +110023:51falsefull11861861Bluesfest going belly up...a cultural tragedy? Celebrating the history of a truly great event.Bluesfest going belly up...a cultural tragedy? Celebrating the history of a truly great event.Writer, journalist David Free shares memories of his many visits to the northern rivers and Bluesfest. A truly great event with an international reputation, David got to see Bob Dylan, REM, BB King, Greg Allman, Buddy Guy, Rodriguez, Dr John, Toto, Tim Rogers breaking down while singing Paragon Cafe, Paul Simon singing The Sound of Silence and having to choose between seeing Iggy Pop and Robert Plant. David shares his favourite memories, including catching the bus from Bangalow, turning up on the first day and having the wrist-band attached, seeking out his favourite souvlaki, the mostly beautiful weather...and feeling the phantom wristband for days after.

]]>Writer, journalist David Free shares memories of his many visits to the northern rivers and Bluesfest. A truly great event with an international reputation, David got to see Bob Dylan, REM, BB King, Greg Allman, Buddy Guy, Rodriguez, Dr John, Toto, Tim Rogers breaking down while singing Paragon Cafe, Paul Simon singing The Sound of Silence and having to choose between seeing Iggy Pop and Robert Plant. David shares his favourite memories, including catching the bus from Bangalow, turning up on the first day and having the wrist-band attached, seeking out his favourite souvlaki, the mostly beautiful weather...and feeling the phantom wristband for days after.

]]>265f9c1e-c708-4e18-8097-a33aa0fa6fadFri, 27 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +110038:31falsefull11851851The amazing story of how dogs can help with PTSDThe amazing story of how dogs can help with PTSDThe Last Post Radio Show speaks with PTSD Dogs CEO Angie Weeks about their work with veterans and how your best friend can have four legs. PTSD Dogs receives no government assistance and asks you to listen.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with PTSD Dogs CEO Angie Weeks about their work with veterans and how your best friend can have four legs. PTSD Dogs receives no government assistance and asks you to listen.

]]>59074fcc-0275-4117-a4f0-4acb01623ba1Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +110023:48falsefull11841841"I'm responsible for me...". How movement creates positive things."I'm responsible for me...". How movement creates positive things.In this amazing Invictus Australia Sports, 3rd episode, co-hosts Neil Burgin and Greg T Ross speak with veteran and Associate Lecturer and Psychologist from Flinders Uni, Cameron Grant and veteran and Invictus Fundraising Ambassador, Rodney 'Rocket' Cottam about the evidence-based truth and personal stories of how sport can transform, physically and mentally and give a social connection with a sense of self and purpose.

]]>In this amazing Invictus Australia Sports, 3rd episode, co-hosts Neil Burgin and Greg T Ross speak with veteran and Associate Lecturer and Psychologist from Flinders Uni, Cameron Grant and veteran and Invictus Fundraising Ambassador, Rodney 'Rocket' Cottam about the evidence-based truth and personal stories of how sport can transform, physically and mentally and give a social connection with a sense of self and purpose.

]]>c7ba64b8-e339-4e16-9130-22ff64b8d1ceMon, 23 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +110048:20falsefull11831831Fred Smith, a father and son's historical batting partnership and Avive Health's Dr Katelyn KerrFred Smith, a father and son's historical batting partnership and Avive Health's Dr Katelyn KerrWelcome to the weekend...almost. And, to celebrate, the fantastic Friday episode of the Radio Show. In this episode, we speak with musician, storyteller Fred Smith about his upcoming tour of WA, his memories of Steve's of Nedlands and the lifestyle of the West. We speak also with Darren and Sam Cheek about their historic 590-run partnership, batting for the Coromandel Cricket Club. Finally, we speak with Dr Katelyn Kerr, Clinical Psychologist and Director of Military Related Trauma Recovery Programs from Avive Health about important and groundbreaking work being done by Avive.

]]>Welcome to the weekend...almost. And, to celebrate, the fantastic Friday episode of the Radio Show. In this episode, we speak with musician, storyteller Fred Smith about his upcoming tour of WA, his memories of Steve's of Nedlands and the lifestyle of the West. We speak also with Darren and Sam Cheek about their historic 590-run partnership, batting for the Coromandel Cricket Club. Finally, we speak with Dr Katelyn Kerr, Clinical Psychologist and Director of Military Related Trauma Recovery Programs from Avive Health about important and groundbreaking work being done by Avive.

]]>a23ebfea-b894-48df-976b-233b283991abFri, 20 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +110053:43falsefull11821821Looking forward to a phone call...checking on vulnerable AustraliansLooking forward to a phone call...checking on vulnerable AustraliansAustralian Red Cross institutes the humanitarian project, Tele Redi, reaching out to vulnerable Australians for a check-in call during heatwave conditions. Here, Tele Redi Program Lead, Phoebe Wilson speaks with us about how the critical support works and how you can get involved. In SA since 2009 and now in WA. Where summers are getting longer and hotter, helping those in isolated communities.

]]>Australian Red Cross institutes the humanitarian project, Tele Redi, reaching out to vulnerable Australians for a check-in call during heatwave conditions. Here, Tele Redi Program Lead, Phoebe Wilson speaks with us about how the critical support works and how you can get involved. In SA since 2009 and now in WA. Where summers are getting longer and hotter, helping those in isolated communities.

]]>cb10354d-b649-4f83-a01a-ac91c5df49f7Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +110014:34falsefull11811811The great Australian barbi...that wasn't so great and the beauty of cookbooksThe great Australian barbi...that wasn't so great and the beauty of cookbooksWriter, journalist and cultural observer David Free speaks with the Radio Show about the history of the great Australian barbi and how things have changed. We look back on a time that reflected the culture we were stuck in, when most of the flavour was provided by tomato sauce, when a lot of men didn't cook but at barbi's were always handed the tongs and when flippin' the meat and drinking beer were the only moves the men had. We look too, at the value and cultural significance of cookbooks and why they can be much more than just a book filled with recipes.

]]>Writer, journalist and cultural observer David Free speaks with the Radio Show about the history of the great Australian barbi and how things have changed. We look back on a time that reflected the culture we were stuck in, when most of the flavour was provided by tomato sauce, when a lot of men didn't cook but at barbi's were always handed the tongs and when flippin' the meat and drinking beer were the only moves the men had. We look too, at the value and cultural significance of cookbooks and why they can be much more than just a book filled with recipes.

]]>d2581a24-f09a-42f6-a6e4-581302a607a1Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +110034:37falsefull11801801The Amazing Ollie Wilson...the story of a young man embracing the challengeThe Amazing Ollie Wilson...the story of a young man embracing the challengeOliver Wilson is 11-years old and has been diagnosed with the Becker version of Muscular Dystrophy. Well known Australian journalist and author, Peter Rees is Ollie's grandfather. Here, Peter speaks with the Radio Show about his grandson embracing the challenge. Ollie recently played his last game of cricket, a game he loves dearly but is determined to continue involvement in the game on some level. With the help of the Eastlake Cricket Club and ACT Cricket, the Ollie Wilson Perpetual Trophy will now be awarded annually. In this honest and loving chat, Peter speaks of the pride of his grandson and of the family, community and cricket love for a spirit that is rewarded each day...and of the Australian cricket team and Lenny Pascoe helping out.

]]>Oliver Wilson is 11-years old and has been diagnosed with the Becker version of Muscular Dystrophy. Well known Australian journalist and author, Peter Rees is Ollie's grandfather. Here, Peter speaks with the Radio Show about his grandson embracing the challenge. Ollie recently played his last game of cricket, a game he loves dearly but is determined to continue involvement in the game on some level. With the help of the Eastlake Cricket Club and ACT Cricket, the Ollie Wilson Perpetual Trophy will now be awarded annually. In this honest and loving chat, Peter speaks of the pride of his grandson and of the family, community and cricket love for a spirit that is rewarded each day...and of the Australian cricket team and Lenny Pascoe helping out.

]]>23d703fe-a83b-4590-a5f1-47f2bfee8770Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +110028:56falsefull11791791Live it Up...The Mental As Anything Story, a chat with Peter O'DohertyLive it Up...The Mental As Anything Story, a chat with Peter O'DohertyA garage, pop band with a sprinkle of cheese and a history of eccentric songs and song titles. Mentals founding member Peter O'Doherty speaks with the Radio Show about the group that formed in 1976, combining art, culture and music and the 50-year anniversary tour and the documentary, Live It Up.

]]>A garage, pop band with a sprinkle of cheese and a history of eccentric songs and song titles. Mentals founding member Peter O'Doherty speaks with the Radio Show about the group that formed in 1976, combining art, culture and music and the 50-year anniversary tour and the documentary, Live It Up.

]]>e6b87706-765c-4918-bb13-bb5f02a4acb9Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +110045:07falsefull11781781"A middle-aged man who can't sing, can't dance...""A middle-aged man who can't sing, can't dance..."With 36 years as a career army officer, Bill Sowry (Brig. Retired) AM CSC speaks of his time in the UK, Pakistan, India, East Timor, Tonga, Solomon Islands, PNG. Bill speaks about doing 14,000 push-ups for the Fred Hollows Foundation, push-ups for Fatah, push-ups in a pub in the UK and in the basement of the Waldorf Hotel, about the profound experience of travel and culture, about self-reflection in East Timor, visiting the Commonwealth War Graves in Sutton Veny, about faith in humanity and getting a lot more in return.

]]>With 36 years as a career army officer, Bill Sowry (Brig. Retired) AM CSC speaks of his time in the UK, Pakistan, India, East Timor, Tonga, Solomon Islands, PNG. Bill speaks about doing 14,000 push-ups for the Fred Hollows Foundation, push-ups for Fatah, push-ups in a pub in the UK and in the basement of the Waldorf Hotel, about the profound experience of travel and culture, about self-reflection in East Timor, visiting the Commonwealth War Graves in Sutton Veny, about faith in humanity and getting a lot more in return.

]]>11b3aba8-7af3-47eb-85e1-7864fc4b9507Mon, 09 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +110033:22falsefull11771771Invictus Australia Health - 2. The value of sport for veterans and their familiesInvictus Australia Health - 2. The value of sport for veterans and their familiesHealth series co-host Neil Burgin, from Invictus Australia, joins The Last Post Radio Show to speak with Vanessa Broughill and Dr Miranda Van Hoof about the medical, physical and personal benefits of engaging in sport. About bringing out a healthier, happier version of yourself and how veteran well-being means family well-being. From the personal story of Vanessa, a two-time competitor in the Invictus Games, to the evidence-based research of Miranda, discovering sport as the bridge.

]]>Health series co-host Neil Burgin, from Invictus Australia, joins The Last Post Radio Show to speak with Vanessa Broughill and Dr Miranda Van Hoof about the medical, physical and personal benefits of engaging in sport. About bringing out a healthier, happier version of yourself and how veteran well-being means family well-being. From the personal story of Vanessa, a two-time competitor in the Invictus Games, to the evidence-based research of Miranda, discovering sport as the bridge.

]]>5e23567e-f148-4d85-9f02-c2c44f321016Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +110029:48falsefull11761761Like holding a fishing net in the rain....John SchumannLike holding a fishing net in the rain....John SchumannAs Vietnam washed through the nations consciousness, John became aware that that wars veterans were having a tough time when they came home. That set him on a road of storytelling and seeking justice for those that had fought in Australia's name. Here we speak about finding passion in assisting those with PTSD, about poems, reflections and letters from home, about John being affected by his own songs and touring the outback for discussions on mental health, about the dull and rumbling sound of the desert...and the meaning behind the song Fishing Net in the Rain. In an effort to put a human face to the recommendations of the Royal Commission, John's work continues to move a nation.

]]>As Vietnam washed through the nations consciousness, John became aware that that wars veterans were having a tough time when they came home. That set him on a road of storytelling and seeking justice for those that had fought in Australia's name. Here we speak about finding passion in assisting those with PTSD, about poems, reflections and letters from home, about John being affected by his own songs and touring the outback for discussions on mental health, about the dull and rumbling sound of the desert...and the meaning behind the song Fishing Net in the Rain. In an effort to put a human face to the recommendations of the Royal Commission, John's work continues to move a nation.

]]>1461666f-cfff-4212-9c19-9e3600ccdf9eMon, 02 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +110044:41falsefull11751751How the plastics industry has shifted recycling responsibility onto the consumerHow the plastics industry has shifted recycling responsibility onto the consumerWith a *million plastic bottles being purchased every minute and only 9% of produced plastics going into recycling, with virgin plastics being released into use and outdoing recycled plastics at a rate of 15-1, the time for study of the plastics industry has never been more needed. Jonathan Baker, Senior Lecturer from University of Adelaide speaks with the Radio Show about how the plastics industry and petroleum companies have shifted recycling responsibility onto the consumer. With the South Australian, Tasmanian, Swedish and German governments finding solutions, with high rates of collection, Jonathan argues that profit incentives are needed to help lead to different behaviours... and speaks of the frustration of being forced to buy heaps of celery sticks, wrapped in plastic, when you only want one.

*United Nations 2017

]]>With a *million plastic bottles being purchased every minute and only 9% of produced plastics going into recycling, with virgin plastics being released into use and outdoing recycled plastics at a rate of 15-1, the time for study of the plastics industry has never been more needed. Jonathan Baker, Senior Lecturer from University of Adelaide speaks with the Radio Show about how the plastics industry and petroleum companies have shifted recycling responsibility onto the consumer. With the South Australian, Tasmanian, Swedish and German governments finding solutions, with high rates of collection, Jonathan argues that profit incentives are needed to help lead to different behaviours... and speaks of the frustration of being forced to buy heaps of celery sticks, wrapped in plastic, when you only want one.

*United Nations 2017

]]>bd52a613-0daf-44a8-8e25-af99174c4343Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +110026:12falsefull11741741Silence isn't neutral...helping us all to be part of the solution.Silence isn't neutral...helping us all to be part of the solution.The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Leah Lawler, ex-service and veterans advocate about the push to make May 19 the national Veteran Homeless Awareness Day (VHAD). Leah speaks about listening to lived experiences, numbers that cant be ignored, giving voice to those too often ignored and helping to change conditions that allow this to happen. To sign on to the push for May 19, go to change.org.....Recognise May 19.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Leah Lawler, ex-service and veterans advocate about the push to make May 19 the national Veteran Homeless Awareness Day (VHAD). Leah speaks about listening to lived experiences, numbers that cant be ignored, giving voice to those too often ignored and helping to change conditions that allow this to happen. To sign on to the push for May 19, go to change.org.....Recognise May 19.

]]>2fa6b0c0-114a-4aa8-85f7-912bdad32f60Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +110021:23falsefull11731731It all started when HMAS Melbourne came to town...It all started when HMAS Melbourne came to town...From the Burdekin Valley, through the Bergin Inquiry, Covid and beyond, the Radio Show speaks with Ray James OAM, former State President of RSL NSW. In this delightful chat, Ray talks about the importance of accommodating veterans of all ages and from all parts of NSW. The first RAN veteran to be appointed as State President, Ray recalls falling in love with the navy when HMAS Melbourne came to town, of being a successful young boxer who was gifted 2 cans of beer for winning each fight, when he was too young to drink. Ray also speaks of his love for the Qld Reds, the need for the RSL to continue modernising...and of his father, turning 17 on the Kokoda Track.

]]>From the Burdekin Valley, through the Bergin Inquiry, Covid and beyond, the Radio Show speaks with Ray James OAM, former State President of RSL NSW. In this delightful chat, Ray talks about the importance of accommodating veterans of all ages and from all parts of NSW. The first RAN veteran to be appointed as State President, Ray recalls falling in love with the navy when HMAS Melbourne came to town, of being a successful young boxer who was gifted 2 cans of beer for winning each fight, when he was too young to drink. Ray also speaks of his love for the Qld Reds, the need for the RSL to continue modernising...and of his father, turning 17 on the Kokoda Track.

]]>31c11c23-d383-4038-8b4a-9b90a39933b3Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +110030:06falsefull11721721A Deputy Prime Minister who loved trains...and the only Australian journalist to be murdered by the underworldA Deputy Prime Minister who loved trains...and the only Australian journalist to be murdered by the underworldIn this episode of the TLP Radio Show, Greg speaks with writer, author Peter Rees about former Deputy Prime Minister, the late-Tim Fischer. About Tim's love of trains, his iconic appeal and his ability to solve political problems behind closed doors. In the second half of this episode, the conversation turns to the July 1975 Kings Cross murder and disappearance of publisher, urban conservationist, heiress and former model, Juanita Nielsen who was organising Green Bans and opposition to development of Victoria Street. On a cold Friday morning Juanita vanished after walking to a nearby nightclub restaurant for a fake advertising meeting.

]]>In this episode of the TLP Radio Show, Greg speaks with writer, author Peter Rees about former Deputy Prime Minister, the late-Tim Fischer. About Tim's love of trains, his iconic appeal and his ability to solve political problems behind closed doors. In the second half of this episode, the conversation turns to the July 1975 Kings Cross murder and disappearance of publisher, urban conservationist, heiress and former model, Juanita Nielsen who was organising Green Bans and opposition to development of Victoria Street. On a cold Friday morning Juanita vanished after walking to a nearby nightclub restaurant for a fake advertising meeting.

]]>a06f7951-78bb-4b77-800d-186d61ef0c68Fri, 20 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +110029:37falsefull11711711Gwen Cherne AM - From Cleveland, Ohio to the now.Gwen Cherne AM - From Cleveland, Ohio to the now.In this beautiful, almost hour-long conversation, that takes twists and turns, we hear about the amazing life of service - the story of Gwen Cherne AM

]]>In this beautiful, almost hour-long conversation, that takes twists and turns, we hear about the amazing life of service - the story of Gwen Cherne AM

]]>327d1cfe-b2dc-48a0-8ce1-d70664285b2dTue, 17 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +110054:57falsefull11701701Live from Canberra...The 75th Anniversary of Australian National ServiceLive from Canberra...The 75th Anniversary of Australian National ServiceTo commemorate the 75th anniversary of Australian National Service, The Last Post Radio Show today visited Canberra and The Great Hall in Parliament House. Guests included Resolute Ready's Lidia Hall, Peter Tinley, Phil Winter, Rod Henderson, Hank the Yank and others.

]]>To commemorate the 75th anniversary of Australian National Service, The Last Post Radio Show today visited Canberra and The Great Hall in Parliament House. Guests included Resolute Ready's Lidia Hall, Peter Tinley, Phil Winter, Rod Henderson, Hank the Yank and others.

]]>d540558f-aea3-4bb8-b09e-f07753580feeSat, 14 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +110011:21falsefull11691691Better Together...National President RSL Australia, Peter TinleyBetter Together...National President RSL Australia, Peter TinleyIn this episode in a series of chats, we speak with Peter about US President Donald Trump, the proposed Defence Estate sell-off, the vandalising of memorials, RSL Victoria State President Mark Schroffel's trip to the UK, Australia Day Achievement Medallions, Saluting Service and upcoming commemorations.

]]>In this episode in a series of chats, we speak with Peter about US President Donald Trump, the proposed Defence Estate sell-off, the vandalising of memorials, RSL Victoria State President Mark Schroffel's trip to the UK, Australia Day Achievement Medallions, Saluting Service and upcoming commemorations.

]]>d3aa7022-2f4f-4944-aef6-a959dbf5bf4aFri, 13 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +110017:06falsefull11681681Sharing veterans stories - The Red Poppy Film Festival March 6-8Sharing veterans stories - The Red Poppy Film Festival March 6-8Warwick Young CSC OAM and Brooke Sporer from Veteran Film Foundation speak with the Radio Show about the coming Red Poppy Film Festival, to be held at the Art Gallery NSW from March 6-8. With an opening night gala and Red Poppy Awards and a weekend of films from around the world, live entertainment and veterans artwork, the flagship of veteran story telling presents a weekend of connectivity for veterans and the general community. Tickets, partially tax deductible, are available through Humanitix.

]]>Warwick Young CSC OAM and Brooke Sporer from Veteran Film Foundation speak with the Radio Show about the coming Red Poppy Film Festival, to be held at the Art Gallery NSW from March 6-8. With an opening night gala and Red Poppy Awards and a weekend of films from around the world, live entertainment and veterans artwork, the flagship of veteran story telling presents a weekend of connectivity for veterans and the general community. Tickets, partially tax deductible, are available through Humanitix.

]]>3874ea57-bed8-41b6-b7e8-26ca6e87a241Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +110017:26falsefull11671671Bringing veterans unique skills to sport, with Invictus Australia. A live chat with Neil Burgin.Bringing veterans unique skills to sport, with Invictus Australia. A live chat with Neil Burgin.On a perfect summer morning, at the picturesque William Street Oval in Brighton, Victoria Greg walked the grounds with Neil Burgin from Invictus Australia. Neil, Director of Strategy and Research, speaks with Greg about understanding the value of the defence community to sport and of sport to the defence community. They speak also, of the physical and mental well-being and social connectivity of being involved in sport and the role Invictus plays....despite dedicated interruption from the oval's Groundsman. To help enable positive outcomes, a must-listen.

]]>On a perfect summer morning, at the picturesque William Street Oval in Brighton, Victoria Greg walked the grounds with Neil Burgin from Invictus Australia. Neil, Director of Strategy and Research, speaks with Greg about understanding the value of the defence community to sport and of sport to the defence community. They speak also, of the physical and mental well-being and social connectivity of being involved in sport and the role Invictus plays....despite dedicated interruption from the oval's Groundsman. To help enable positive outcomes, a must-listen.

]]>389cc0d7-116f-4268-bc00-4ff74674d87eMon, 09 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +110020:25falsefull11661661Rotten Ronnie's panic attack...Rotten Ronnie's panic attack...Ex-teacher, musician, pop-culture author, surfer and former surf shop owner Murray Walding speaks with the Radio Show about his discovering Victorian coastal town Lorne, in the Summer of Love, 1967. With great surf, a great vibe, The Wild Colonial Club, The Arab Coffee Shop and Rotten Ronnie's Burger Bar, Murray became hooked and soon moved to the area. Murray also speaks about the transition from longboards to short boards and back again, Claw and Sing-Ding and the opening of The Bells Beach Surf Shop, the showing of surf movies, joining the acid jazz/pop band The Beachniks...and watching Rotten Ronnie have a panic attack when his hamburger making machine broke down.

]]>Ex-teacher, musician, pop-culture author, surfer and former surf shop owner Murray Walding speaks with the Radio Show about his discovering Victorian coastal town Lorne, in the Summer of Love, 1967. With great surf, a great vibe, The Wild Colonial Club, The Arab Coffee Shop and Rotten Ronnie's Burger Bar, Murray became hooked and soon moved to the area. Murray also speaks about the transition from longboards to short boards and back again, Claw and Sing-Ding and the opening of The Bells Beach Surf Shop, the showing of surf movies, joining the acid jazz/pop band The Beachniks...and watching Rotten Ronnie have a panic attack when his hamburger making machine broke down.

]]>8e519e45-a4ce-41b5-a3f4-a47ab5a99735Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +110028:12falsefull11651651What Does "Reading The Room" Really Mean?What Does "Reading The Room" Really Mean?Writer, essayist, novelist and journalist David Free speaks with the Radio Show about the cancel culture and how Barry Humphries' art was always about bucking against the orthodox and shocking people. David speaks about the legacy of Lenny Bruce, the importance of bucking against the orthodox, group-think and of free thinking. We touch also on the apparent duality of the cancel culture in regards to Michael Jackson. And, finally a chat about JFK's assassination, conspiracy theories and how a nasty loner with a cheap gun changed the course of history.

]]>Writer, essayist, novelist and journalist David Free speaks with the Radio Show about the cancel culture and how Barry Humphries' art was always about bucking against the orthodox and shocking people. David speaks about the legacy of Lenny Bruce, the importance of bucking against the orthodox, group-think and of free thinking. We touch also on the apparent duality of the cancel culture in regards to Michael Jackson. And, finally a chat about JFK's assassination, conspiracy theories and how a nasty loner with a cheap gun changed the course of history.

]]>82cd84c1-b7c6-4906-a344-e8637b6186feTue, 03 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +110041:21falsefull11641641"Never give in, never give up"...Taylah Gentzen's World Title Fight in Newcastle, UK"Never give in, never give up"...Taylah Gentzen's World Title Fight in Newcastle, UKAfter 15 years in the ring, Australia's Taylah Gentzen takes on the World Champion in boxings World Title fight, this Saturday night (Sunday morning Australian time) at Utilita Stadium in Newcastle, UK. Here, The Last Post Radio Show speaks with the ADF veteran about her journey. Taylah speaks of the strengthening effects of boxings clarity and routine, about the ups and downs of her boxing story...and of being recognised on her morning quest to find good coffee on the streets of Newcastle.

]]>After 15 years in the ring, Australia's Taylah Gentzen takes on the World Champion in boxings World Title fight, this Saturday night (Sunday morning Australian time) at Utilita Stadium in Newcastle, UK. Here, The Last Post Radio Show speaks with the ADF veteran about her journey. Taylah speaks of the strengthening effects of boxings clarity and routine, about the ups and downs of her boxing story...and of being recognised on her morning quest to find good coffee on the streets of Newcastle.

]]>8c92ba85-60c3-4350-ab61-03b351eb18ddThu, 29 Jan 2026 08:30:00 +110017:34falsefull11631631Surfs Up...The Beach Boys co-founder Al Jardine to tour Australia in 2026Surfs Up...The Beach Boys co-founder Al Jardine to tour Australia in 2026With The Pet Sounds Band, the co-founder of The Beach Boys, Al Jardine, tours Australia in 2026.

]]>With The Pet Sounds Band, the co-founder of The Beach Boys, Al Jardine, tours Australia in 2026.

]]>1648e36e-6525-4eac-81c7-6b0f0eeaca61Wed, 28 Jan 2026 08:30:00 +110001:31falsefull11621621The Last Post Summer Series - The music, life and culture of Rob Hirst.The Last Post Summer Series - The music, life and culture of Rob Hirst.The starkness of Midnight Oil impacted Australian culture for over half a century. Their significance will forever be recognised. Drummer Rob Hirst, though not the frontman of the group, was, to many, its backbone. Here the Radio Show speaks with Prof David Nichols about the musician from Camden whose surfing head band travelled the world with a flamboyant lead singer and a story and message of social activism, indigenous land rights, environmental awareness and confronting uncomfortable truths. David also lets us in on the real reason that The Oils never appeared on Countdown.

]]>The starkness of Midnight Oil impacted Australian culture for over half a century. Their significance will forever be recognised. Drummer Rob Hirst, though not the frontman of the group, was, to many, its backbone. Here the Radio Show speaks with Prof David Nichols about the musician from Camden whose surfing head band travelled the world with a flamboyant lead singer and a story and message of social activism, indigenous land rights, environmental awareness and confronting uncomfortable truths. David also lets us in on the real reason that The Oils never appeared on Countdown.

]]>b57e2284-52fb-4246-a2f2-61887d9a6b8fFri, 23 Jan 2026 08:30:00 +110023:15falsefull11611611IGY6 - Life After Service and Women's Veteran Wellness WeekendsIGY6 - Life After Service and Women's Veteran Wellness WeekendsEpisode 160 - The Last Post Radio Show speaks with IGY6 CEO and Founder, Cristina Leme about her veteran owned and not-for-profit organisation. Cristina speaks about improving relationships and quality of life, after service and reconnecting with purpose and identity. Cristina also speaks about IGY6's exciting 'Life After Service' program, rolling out from April and free to veterans and first-responders. Also, from March, IGY6's Women's Veteran Wellness Weekends, retreats that focus on rest, mental well-being, peer support and reconnection. Listen and learn more about these life-improving programs.

]]>Episode 160 - The Last Post Radio Show speaks with IGY6 CEO and Founder, Cristina Leme about her veteran owned and not-for-profit organisation. Cristina speaks about improving relationships and quality of life, after service and reconnecting with purpose and identity. Cristina also speaks about IGY6's exciting 'Life After Service' program, rolling out from April and free to veterans and first-responders. Also, from March, IGY6's Women's Veteran Wellness Weekends, retreats that focus on rest, mental well-being, peer support and reconnection. Listen and learn more about these life-improving programs.

]]>8497bb23-6645-47ff-b80b-2a52f4698315Mon, 19 Jan 2026 08:30:00 +110026:46falsefull11601601"It's not about whether I agree with what they've said...it's about their right to say it". Jane Caro speaks about Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah, the Adelaide Writers Week and censorship."It's not about whether I agree with what they've said...it's about their right to say it". Jane Caro speaks about Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah, the Adelaide Writers Week and censorship.Writer, social commentator and novelist Jane Caro speaks with the Radio Show about the recent uninviting of Palestinian writer, Randa Abdul-Fattah from the Adelaide Writers Week. Jane speaks about her fear in the rise of authoritarianism and the presumed role of governments in deciding what is right and wrong, true and false and the need to sometimes feel uncomfortable in conversation.

]]>Writer, social commentator and novelist Jane Caro speaks with the Radio Show about the recent uninviting of Palestinian writer, Randa Abdul-Fattah from the Adelaide Writers Week. Jane speaks about her fear in the rise of authoritarianism and the presumed role of governments in deciding what is right and wrong, true and false and the need to sometimes feel uncomfortable in conversation.

]]>7ed1d48e-cc0a-4e91-bc07-63d2f695048cFri, 16 Jan 2026 08:30:00 +110026:25falsefull11591591Veterans Talk - The importance of conversationVeterans Talk - The importance of conversationVeterans Talk podcast series' Mark Keynes, a veteran himself, speaks with the Radio Show about the importance of advocacy and storytelling. And the importance of camaraderie to avoid social isolation.

]]>Veterans Talk podcast series' Mark Keynes, a veteran himself, speaks with the Radio Show about the importance of advocacy and storytelling. And the importance of camaraderie to avoid social isolation.

]]>48718fa5-964d-4cf7-bde6-5049dc43a6a6Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:30:00 +110025:20falsefull11581581Living Bridges, February 8, Novotel, Sydney - A story of sexual abuse, sexual trafficking, homelessness,Living Bridges, February 8, Novotel, Sydney - A story of sexual abuse, sexual trafficking, homelessness,In this disturbing but redeeming conversation, Dr Mel Baker speaks about her film, 'Say My Name' and her book trilogy. Mel speaks openly about her father abusing her from the age of four, of her father sharing her with his business friends when she was seven and eight. Of homelessness and of witnessing a murder, late one night, in Sydney. Mel speaks of becoming a pool shark around Sydney pubs, from the age of 17, to make money. Mel speaks of sexual abuse and bullying in the navy, of perpetrators attempting to hide the truth and, during her time of homelessness, mothering a 5-year old who was also homeless. Share the truth, February 8 at an event of redemption, connection and storytelling, with a screening of 'Say My Name'. For Last Post listeners, a chance to grab 2 free tickets, with details at the end of the chat.

]]>In this disturbing but redeeming conversation, Dr Mel Baker speaks about her film, 'Say My Name' and her book trilogy. Mel speaks openly about her father abusing her from the age of four, of her father sharing her with his business friends when she was seven and eight. Of homelessness and of witnessing a murder, late one night, in Sydney. Mel speaks of becoming a pool shark around Sydney pubs, from the age of 17, to make money. Mel speaks of sexual abuse and bullying in the navy, of perpetrators attempting to hide the truth and, during her time of homelessness, mothering a 5-year old who was also homeless. Share the truth, February 8 at an event of redemption, connection and storytelling, with a screening of 'Say My Name'. For Last Post listeners, a chance to grab 2 free tickets, with details at the end of the chat.

]]>336fdd40-30e7-456f-962b-29bff28ea99fMon, 12 Jan 2026 08:30:00 +110031:28falsefull11571571"He woke up and found an aircraft in his front garden...""He woke up and found an aircraft in his front garden..."Tom Lewis OAM military historian speaks with the Radio Show Summer Series about his book 'Cyclone Warriors' and the military's role in the aftermath of Xmas Eve 1974's Cyclone Tracy. Showing heroism and resolve and amidst fatalities, defence personnel played an important role in the sustaining of Darwin as a city. Tom digs deep into the personal story of defence members who saved the city and argues that all uniformed people involved should be awarded the National Emergency Medal.

]]>Tom Lewis OAM military historian speaks with the Radio Show Summer Series about his book 'Cyclone Warriors' and the military's role in the aftermath of Xmas Eve 1974's Cyclone Tracy. Showing heroism and resolve and amidst fatalities, defence personnel played an important role in the sustaining of Darwin as a city. Tom digs deep into the personal story of defence members who saved the city and argues that all uniformed people involved should be awarded the National Emergency Medal.

]]>8ef44b3a-f528-41f7-81b3-33e797896b58Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:30:00 +110038:23falsefull11561561The Last Post Radio Show Summer Series - Jeff Apter on the life and times of Lee GordonThe Last Post Radio Show Summer Series - Jeff Apter on the life and times of Lee GordonAs part of the Summer Series, I'm recalling an interview from back in September. Then, I caught up with author Jeff Apter to speak about his book, Lee Gordon Presents. This is an engaging chat as we delve into the life of the enigmatic American who literally took Australia from black and white to colour.

]]>As part of the Summer Series, I'm recalling an interview from back in September. Then, I caught up with author Jeff Apter to speak about his book, Lee Gordon Presents. This is an engaging chat as we delve into the life of the enigmatic American who literally took Australia from black and white to colour.

]]>5f8354f6-f575-4aae-8492-8381081b30f3Wed, 07 Jan 2026 08:30:00 +110036:43falsefull11551551Jemma Pigott's Connected By Sea and the Duke's Day Weekend, Freshwater Jan 8-10Jemma Pigott's Connected By Sea and the Duke's Day Weekend, Freshwater Jan 8-10As part of the Duke's Day Weekend , January 8-10 at Freshwater, NSW, filmmaker Jemma Pigott speaks about the life of Duke Kahanamoku, his friendship with Australian Olympian and WW1 Digger Cecil Healy and her film, in honour of the legendary surfing icon, Olympian, sheriff, swimmer, lifesaver and descendant of Hawaiian royalty, screening at the Harbord Diggers Club, January 9. Come along to where modern surfing in Australia began, for an amazing weekend honouring the Duke, surfing culture, community, and ocean conservation with surfing sessions, film nights, and Hawaiian culture, Kombi's and gatherings with parties and workshops. Thanks too, to Hawaiian Airlines.

]]>As part of the Duke's Day Weekend , January 8-10 at Freshwater, NSW, filmmaker Jemma Pigott speaks about the life of Duke Kahanamoku, his friendship with Australian Olympian and WW1 Digger Cecil Healy and her film, in honour of the legendary surfing icon, Olympian, sheriff, swimmer, lifesaver and descendant of Hawaiian royalty, screening at the Harbord Diggers Club, January 9. Come along to where modern surfing in Australia began, for an amazing weekend honouring the Duke, surfing culture, community, and ocean conservation with surfing sessions, film nights, and Hawaiian culture, Kombi's and gatherings with parties and workshops. Thanks too, to Hawaiian Airlines.

]]>276f9dce-014d-4c90-a4f4-84e9b365839bMon, 05 Jan 2026 08:30:00 +110041:56falsefull11541541Connected by Sea, a film by Jemma Pigott honouring the life of Duke KahanamokuConnected by Sea, a film by Jemma Pigott honouring the life of Duke KahanamokuAloha! In this chat, filmmaker Jemma Pigott talks about the life and legacy of Duke Kahanamoku, the man who modernized surfing in Hawaii, California and Australia. Envelope yourself in the spirit of Aloha as we learn more about the champion swimmer, surfer, actor, sheriff, lifesaver and descendant of Hawaiian royalty. Learn too, about Duke's friendships with Australians Isobel Letham and Olympian and WW1 digger, Cecil Healy.

]]>Aloha! In this chat, filmmaker Jemma Pigott talks about the life and legacy of Duke Kahanamoku, the man who modernized surfing in Hawaii, California and Australia. Envelope yourself in the spirit of Aloha as we learn more about the champion swimmer, surfer, actor, sheriff, lifesaver and descendant of Hawaiian royalty. Learn too, about Duke's friendships with Australians Isobel Letham and Olympian and WW1 digger, Cecil Healy.

]]>cbcb0936-d773-4016-a071-602644d296e4Sun, 04 Jan 2026 08:30:00 +110041:56falsefull11531531My War Father...a conversation with author Jonathan DraneMy War Father...a conversation with author Jonathan DraneIn this engaging conversation, the Radio Show speaks with author Jonathan Drane (UNSW, Flinders University) about his honest and confronting book, 'My War Father', a book that has been described as "a profound, personal exploration into the enduring impact of war on veterans and their families".

]]>In this engaging conversation, the Radio Show speaks with author Jonathan Drane (UNSW, Flinders University) about his honest and confronting book, 'My War Father', a book that has been described as "a profound, personal exploration into the enduring impact of war on veterans and their families".

]]>53b83b32-9ec1-4d33-9489-64f816a4cec8Wed, 31 Dec 2025 08:30:00 +110047:19falsefull11521521Ho Ho Ho...The 2025 TLP RADIO SHOW XMAS SPECIALHo Ho Ho...The 2025 TLP RADIO SHOW XMAS SPECIALJoin us for an hour and 23 minutes of Xmas cheer with a selection of guests never gathered in the one show in radio history! From Gary Mac to Kirstie Wyatt and, in between, stories of 200 soldiers in the one pool, a visit to the then-recently demolished Berlin Wall with Gareth Evans, with Xmas stories of childhood in Scotland, sneaking out for a surf on Xmas day and veterans telling stories of deployment overseas...

]]>Join us for an hour and 23 minutes of Xmas cheer with a selection of guests never gathered in the one show in radio history! From Gary Mac to Kirstie Wyatt and, in between, stories of 200 soldiers in the one pool, a visit to the then-recently demolished Berlin Wall with Gareth Evans, with Xmas stories of childhood in Scotland, sneaking out for a surf on Xmas day and veterans telling stories of deployment overseas...

]]>809172fb-f1d3-4f6e-a7d5-704cd246f179Tue, 23 Dec 2025 08:30:00 +110001:23:16falsefull11511511No Secrets, an adoring crowd and the road crews underwear...No Secrets, an adoring crowd and the road crews underwear...We had a lot of fun doing this, virtual neighbours in Adelaide, during childhood, Greg speaks with author, musician, producer Buzz Bidstrup about his new book, 'No Secrets'. Buzz speaks about going to London in 1975, having a front-row seat to The Sex Pistols and The Stranglers. Buzz takes us through his musical journey, The Angels, Ganggajang, The Numbers. Buzz lets us know how Rick Neilson and Cheap Trick helped them out, how David Bowie was a gentleman and The Kinks' Davies brothers, bastards.

]]>We had a lot of fun doing this, virtual neighbours in Adelaide, during childhood, Greg speaks with author, musician, producer Buzz Bidstrup about his new book, 'No Secrets'. Buzz speaks about going to London in 1975, having a front-row seat to The Sex Pistols and The Stranglers. Buzz takes us through his musical journey, The Angels, Ganggajang, The Numbers. Buzz lets us know how Rick Neilson and Cheap Trick helped them out, how David Bowie was a gentleman and The Kinks' Davies brothers, bastards.

]]>a9d5a5df-146c-426d-8212-812f165647dcMon, 22 Dec 2025 08:30:00 +110010:20falsefull11501501"$2 will buy 8 loaves of bread...giving kids the chance to go to school""$2 will buy 8 loaves of bread...giving kids the chance to go to school"Butterfly of Hope is a humanitarian organisation dedicated to helping displaced Afghanistan civilians who are being forced to return to the country. A lot of these people are women and children. The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Butterfly of Hope's Chris Schmidt about how you can help, this Xmas.

]]>Butterfly of Hope is a humanitarian organisation dedicated to helping displaced Afghanistan civilians who are being forced to return to the country. A lot of these people are women and children. The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Butterfly of Hope's Chris Schmidt about how you can help, this Xmas.

]]>3a2dc845-ca7b-4acf-8523-e0ccc1c9d0ecSun, 21 Dec 2025 08:30:00 +110024:46falsefull11491491Lithium, John Cade and Changi...Lithium, John Cade and Changi...The TLP Radio Show visits the office of Prof John Silke, from WEHI, in Parkville. John speaks about the importance of discovering cancers early, lithium and mental health, why the drink 7-Up was so popular, why fish, cabbage and aspirin are preferable to salami and about a call home to Wales on Xmas Day.

]]>The TLP Radio Show visits the office of Prof John Silke, from WEHI, in Parkville. John speaks about the importance of discovering cancers early, lithium and mental health, why the drink 7-Up was so popular, why fish, cabbage and aspirin are preferable to salami and about a call home to Wales on Xmas Day.

]]>1c0b42af-5e63-4237-a17b-48ca92d71cc9Fri, 19 Dec 2025 08:30:00 +110025:49falsefull11481481A compassion borne from memories of his mother quietly crying...A compassion borne from memories of his mother quietly crying...In this honest and intimate, amazing conversation Major General Stephen Day DSC AM, RSL Qld State President, speaks with the Radio Show about being overseas on service, during Xmas. Stephen speaks about the benefits of compassion in leadership, of forgiveness and mercy, about veterans finding human dignity in work, taking a closer look at the veteran narrative, of soldiers having "the right stuff", of the recognition of Vietnam veterans being a turning point. Stephen also takes us back to his childhood with memories of his mother missing her husband, who was serving in Vietnam, of his mother renting a TV for Xmas...and of Stephen, as a 7-year old, watching The Flintstones on Xmas Day.

]]>In this honest and intimate, amazing conversation Major General Stephen Day DSC AM, RSL Qld State President, speaks with the Radio Show about being overseas on service, during Xmas. Stephen speaks about the benefits of compassion in leadership, of forgiveness and mercy, about veterans finding human dignity in work, taking a closer look at the veteran narrative, of soldiers having "the right stuff", of the recognition of Vietnam veterans being a turning point. Stephen also takes us back to his childhood with memories of his mother missing her husband, who was serving in Vietnam, of his mother renting a TV for Xmas...and of Stephen, as a 7-year old, watching The Flintstones on Xmas Day.

]]>ae242b3e-154c-4104-80de-7f165e07bc34Thu, 11 Dec 2025 08:30:00 +110029:44falsefull11471471"Howzat!"...The joys of suburban cricket"Howzat!"...The joys of suburban cricketWhen in Adelaide, a drive up Shepherds Hill Road or Belair Road will land you in the leafy surrounds of the Coromandel Cricket Club, in the city's foothills. On a beautiful summers day we get to speak to 'Coro' Club President Cameron van den Bos on the healthy outlets and friendships that are on offer at South Australia's second-oldest cricket club.

]]>When in Adelaide, a drive up Shepherds Hill Road or Belair Road will land you in the leafy surrounds of the Coromandel Cricket Club, in the city's foothills. On a beautiful summers day we get to speak to 'Coro' Club President Cameron van den Bos on the healthy outlets and friendships that are on offer at South Australia's second-oldest cricket club.

]]>4cd1ec90-e0d8-4cc0-b11a-986296d467bfFri, 05 Dec 2025 08:30:00 +110011:21falsefull11461461"Jean Shrimpton's mini, with no stockings or hat...conscripting young men not old enough to vote""Jean Shrimpton's mini, with no stockings or hat...conscripting young men not old enough to vote"Old Treasury Building Director and Historian Margaret Anderson speaks with the Radio Show about two current free exhibitions, currently showing at 20 Spring Street, Making Modern Melbourne and Swinging Sixties. From the beginning of a new century, where anything seemed possible to Gallipoli, the Depression, world wars, a long boom, Australia's first "TV War" from Vietnam, the old-age pension, a new focus on youth, changing attitudes to authority, the housing commission, The Beatles, Normie Rowe, The Easybeats, The Seekers concert at the Myer Music Bowl, Jean Shrimpton's self-styled mini, conscripting young men not old enough to vote and man on the moon.

]]>Old Treasury Building Director and Historian Margaret Anderson speaks with the Radio Show about two current free exhibitions, currently showing at 20 Spring Street, Making Modern Melbourne and Swinging Sixties. From the beginning of a new century, where anything seemed possible to Gallipoli, the Depression, world wars, a long boom, Australia's first "TV War" from Vietnam, the old-age pension, a new focus on youth, changing attitudes to authority, the housing commission, The Beatles, Normie Rowe, The Easybeats, The Seekers concert at the Myer Music Bowl, Jean Shrimpton's self-styled mini, conscripting young men not old enough to vote and man on the moon.

]]>911cbaeb-a834-4dcc-8647-8f314d4dec10Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:30:00 +110040:16falsefull11451451"The act of creation is a feeling of completeness..." American photographer Lynn Goldsmith."The act of creation is a feeling of completeness..." American photographer Lynn Goldsmith.American photographer Lynn Goldsmith speaks with the Radio Show about how her craft is part of her being alive, about the word "genius" and Hunter S Thompson, Miles Davis and Bob Dylan. Lynn speaks about her friendships with Patti Smith, Gilda Radner and Judy Belushi, about meeting Sting and realising he was no longer happy in the group. Lynn speaks about Prince, about how Eddie Murphy was "fantastic", about how we need heroes and figures to look up to...and how there is no such thing as an "ordinary" person.

]]>American photographer Lynn Goldsmith speaks with the Radio Show about how her craft is part of her being alive, about the word "genius" and Hunter S Thompson, Miles Davis and Bob Dylan. Lynn speaks about her friendships with Patti Smith, Gilda Radner and Judy Belushi, about meeting Sting and realising he was no longer happy in the group. Lynn speaks about Prince, about how Eddie Murphy was "fantastic", about how we need heroes and figures to look up to...and how there is no such thing as an "ordinary" person.

]]>1124f6bf-cb17-44bd-967e-2c3a3417960dWed, 03 Dec 2025 08:30:00 +110049:11falsefull11441441The Last Post Radio Show Xmas SpecialThe Last Post Radio Show Xmas SpecialComing soon

]]>Coming soon

]]>e4c4b16c-cce3-45b3-a40c-18304f446285Tue, 02 Dec 2025 08:30:00 +110000:29falsefull11431431"It went straight into your neck and you'd be dead in 30 seconds""It went straight into your neck and you'd be dead in 30 seconds"It was the final campaign of WW2, the battle for Borneo. It was meant to be simply a clean-up operation and the Japanese, on their last legs. But the Japanese fought as tenaciously and savagely as ever, making life for the experienced and raw Australian troops, bloody. Michael speaks about a war of attrition and using the local militia to headhunt the Japanese.

]]>It was the final campaign of WW2, the battle for Borneo. It was meant to be simply a clean-up operation and the Japanese, on their last legs. But the Japanese fought as tenaciously and savagely as ever, making life for the experienced and raw Australian troops, bloody. Michael speaks about a war of attrition and using the local militia to headhunt the Japanese.

]]>f937ed9c-afc8-429d-b11e-01c3cf9719ccMon, 01 Dec 2025 08:30:00 +110033:35falsefull11421421"Reading opens doors"...Shelley Ware, Indigenous Literacy Foundation Ambassador"Reading opens doors"...Shelley Ware, Indigenous Literacy Foundation AmbassadorILF Ambassador Shelley Ware speaks about the change that reading and writing can bring to a young persons life, about conversations with First Nations people, supporting women in sport, having empathy for minority groups, feeling the Tiwi seasons and about her book, We Are Matilda's

]]>ILF Ambassador Shelley Ware speaks about the change that reading and writing can bring to a young persons life, about conversations with First Nations people, supporting women in sport, having empathy for minority groups, feeling the Tiwi seasons and about her book, We Are Matilda's

]]>19b11449-bb3b-47f0-99df-923911126056Sat, 29 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +110026:55falsefull11411411"Better together...finding meaning and purpose...and creating a space for all veterans""Better together...finding meaning and purpose...and creating a space for all veterans"In this compelling chat, newly elected RSL Australia National President Peter Tinley AM, speaks with The Last Post Radio Show about advocacy, his new role, the strength in working together, the importance of finding meaning and purpose, the challenges faced by veterans, his F1 trucks...and following the Fremantle Dockers.

]]>In this compelling chat, newly elected RSL Australia National President Peter Tinley AM, speaks with The Last Post Radio Show about advocacy, his new role, the strength in working together, the importance of finding meaning and purpose, the challenges faced by veterans, his F1 trucks...and following the Fremantle Dockers.

]]>d58e6961-0aff-42c2-98e2-8a8df4e4385bMon, 24 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +110039:30falsefull11401401Winsome Nash took a phone call...New revelations about the fall of the Whitlam governmentWinsome Nash took a phone call...New revelations about the fall of the Whitlam governmentIt started out as a normal afternoon at work for the Queensland mother of five. But by the end, Winsome would hear a conversation giving truth to the long held belief that the US government had a role in the downfall of the Gough Whitlam-led Labor government. Here, Greg speaks with author Peter Rees, about his information and the story he wrote about the phone call between US Ambassador Marshall Green and the Qld Premier. And, as Peter says, "there's more to come".

]]>It started out as a normal afternoon at work for the Queensland mother of five. But by the end, Winsome would hear a conversation giving truth to the long held belief that the US government had a role in the downfall of the Gough Whitlam-led Labor government. Here, Greg speaks with author Peter Rees, about his information and the story he wrote about the phone call between US Ambassador Marshall Green and the Qld Premier. And, as Peter says, "there's more to come".

]]>aa1f18a4-b0ee-446d-8099-596e7eb8e4d3Fri, 21 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +110028:28falsefull11391391George Petrou - The Art of Sacrifice and other storiesGeorge Petrou - The Art of Sacrifice and other storiesAfter a battle with cancer, artist George Petrou turned from abstract to portraiture and now, his book and exhibition, The Art of Sacrifice, connects the link between civilian and service life. Telling stories of people we should know and knowing the stories of women veterans, connecting sacrifice and humanity.

]]>After a battle with cancer, artist George Petrou turned from abstract to portraiture and now, his book and exhibition, The Art of Sacrifice, connects the link between civilian and service life. Telling stories of people we should know and knowing the stories of women veterans, connecting sacrifice and humanity.

]]>05966a03-276b-43a4-8aa3-67733544c3faTue, 18 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +110027:00falsefull11381381Safety in the defence workplaceSafety in the defence workplaceThe Last Post Radio Show speaks with Prof Ben Wadham from Open Door and LJ Kennealy from Women Veterans Australia about their symposium on the ADF's response to allegations of sexual assault, the military's masculine environment, about use of the word "culture" and how this is not just "a women's issue".

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Prof Ben Wadham from Open Door and LJ Kennealy from Women Veterans Australia about their symposium on the ADF's response to allegations of sexual assault, the military's masculine environment, about use of the word "culture" and how this is not just "a women's issue".

]]>5236b447-80e0-4e23-a30b-384c10adc0b9Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +110027:05falsefull11371371Taking care of your own thoughtsTaking care of your own thoughtsSANE Australia's Service Lead, Jacqui Davies speaks about using lived experience for better results for veterans in need, the social impacts of mental health and achieving community connection across all of Australia. Jacqui also speaks about the work with Shoulder To Shoulder, having patience and compassion for yourself, of the rewards of opening up to others and of taking care of your own thoughts.

]]>SANE Australia's Service Lead, Jacqui Davies speaks about using lived experience for better results for veterans in need, the social impacts of mental health and achieving community connection across all of Australia. Jacqui also speaks about the work with Shoulder To Shoulder, having patience and compassion for yourself, of the rewards of opening up to others and of taking care of your own thoughts.

]]>9fd81c16-6415-44c8-bd18-10127026b153Wed, 12 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +110035:12falsefull11361361The Birdon GroupThe Birdon GroupSupporting Australia's veterans

]]>Supporting Australia's veterans

]]>2b709ee1-bd97-4239-9d3d-f7acafc8574bMon, 10 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +110000:31falsefull11351351"Our minds are amazing things..." Providing Open Arms and military aware mental services"Our minds are amazing things..." Providing Open Arms and military aware mental servicesDVA's Chief Psychiatrist, Dr Jon Lane speaks with the Radio Show about the SANE- backed Open Arms programs and Shoulder to Shoulder forums, to help veterans and to help people understand the nature of service. Jon speaks about his passion for helping people...and what happens when you go home.

]]>DVA's Chief Psychiatrist, Dr Jon Lane speaks with the Radio Show about the SANE- backed Open Arms programs and Shoulder to Shoulder forums, to help veterans and to help people understand the nature of service. Jon speaks about his passion for helping people...and what happens when you go home.

]]>11329a95-8dc6-4bdb-9f6b-cb46891d53abMon, 10 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +110035:46falsefull11341341Peace In My TimePeace In My TimeIn this wonderful chat, The Seekers founding member, Keith Potger talks about Celebrating The Seekers - 60 Years On, his and his bandmates' ongoing love for their "Little Sister", the late Judith Durham, about sneaking into ABC Studios to record the groups first demo tapes, about how speaking with people after his shows still gives him great joy, about his collection of songs, 'Serenade', of promoting fine Australian talent and of waking each morning, feeling lucky.

]]>In this wonderful chat, The Seekers founding member, Keith Potger talks about Celebrating The Seekers - 60 Years On, his and his bandmates' ongoing love for their "Little Sister", the late Judith Durham, about sneaking into ABC Studios to record the groups first demo tapes, about how speaking with people after his shows still gives him great joy, about his collection of songs, 'Serenade', of promoting fine Australian talent and of waking each morning, feeling lucky.

]]>5a9fea98-15b1-499c-8517-1a2a979fde0cFri, 07 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +110037:10falsefull11331331How Nebraska changed his mind...How Nebraska changed his mind...Music and social commentator and journalist, Bernard Zuel speaks about how listening to Nebraska turned him from being a non-Springsteen fan to a follower. Bernard also speaks about the PM's Joy Division t-shirt beat up, the connection between Adam Brand and Barnaby Joyce, Peter Milton-Walsh, how you'll never find anything personal in Keith Urban's lyrics, Harry Vanda, The Easybeats and how Dylan got sick of talking.

]]>Music and social commentator and journalist, Bernard Zuel speaks about how listening to Nebraska turned him from being a non-Springsteen fan to a follower. Bernard also speaks about the PM's Joy Division t-shirt beat up, the connection between Adam Brand and Barnaby Joyce, Peter Milton-Walsh, how you'll never find anything personal in Keith Urban's lyrics, Harry Vanda, The Easybeats and how Dylan got sick of talking.

]]>7ad4e225-3333-4008-84ef-88c19dc80284Wed, 05 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +110035:17falsefull11321321"We were pretty keen to put up our hand and say, 'We're here to help'....""We were pretty keen to put up our hand and say, 'We're here to help'...."The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Costas Constructions Director George Costas about providing low-cost housing for veterans. We speak with George about his parents migrating from Cyprus in the late 1950's, his childhood of swimming in the Snowy, of moving to Melbourne and pedalling up Centre Rd, on his way to work, of his mothering Aunty, his wife's charity work and of his giving back to the community to make a difference.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Costas Constructions Director George Costas about providing low-cost housing for veterans. We speak with George about his parents migrating from Cyprus in the late 1950's, his childhood of swimming in the Snowy, of moving to Melbourne and pedalling up Centre Rd, on his way to work, of his mothering Aunty, his wife's charity work and of his giving back to the community to make a difference.

]]>5995601c-50c2-4196-a591-ceef2c8cfde1Mon, 03 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +110030:50falsefull11311311A profound tribute....A profound tribute....In the production of her book, 'Of Service' author, artist, producer Jenani Therone travelled 36,000 kilometres around Australia to speak with 101 veterans. In this conversation, Jenani recounts the empathy and understanding that comes from storytelling.

]]>In the production of her book, 'Of Service' author, artist, producer Jenani Therone travelled 36,000 kilometres around Australia to speak with 101 veterans. In this conversation, Jenani recounts the empathy and understanding that comes from storytelling.

]]>7f143a11-d084-4385-a658-32e5bed37fc6Fri, 31 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110037:14falsefull11301301"You don't know what you're made of...until you need to...""You don't know what you're made of...until you need to..."Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation Consultant, Afghanistan veteran Jules Hohnen speaks with The Last Post Radio Show about how falling gravely ill led him to thinking about life, post-service and how CSC assists veterans in many ways. His personal story is as amazing as it is honest. Jules feels he is now paying back to veterans, through his work with CSC.

]]>Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation Consultant, Afghanistan veteran Jules Hohnen speaks with The Last Post Radio Show about how falling gravely ill led him to thinking about life, post-service and how CSC assists veterans in many ways. His personal story is as amazing as it is honest. Jules feels he is now paying back to veterans, through his work with CSC.

]]>b2d53e40-b97d-4dcb-80ee-d6a31db00bceTue, 28 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110030:59falsefull11291291"Bringing something beautiful into the world...""Bringing something beautiful into the world..."The authenticity of this conversation makes it a must-listen for all. Mental health and creating. Finding your patience and clearing your head in the fight against a loss of identity. Hugh Semple says he was liked a caged lion...until he picked up his first paintbrush. The Last Post Radio Show speaks with 2025 Artist in Residence at the Anzac Memorial in Hyde Park. And, as usual, this episode includes a half-time break, to give you time to make a cuppa.

]]>The authenticity of this conversation makes it a must-listen for all. Mental health and creating. Finding your patience and clearing your head in the fight against a loss of identity. Hugh Semple says he was liked a caged lion...until he picked up his first paintbrush. The Last Post Radio Show speaks with 2025 Artist in Residence at the Anzac Memorial in Hyde Park. And, as usual, this episode includes a half-time break, to give you time to make a cuppa.

]]>205b3965-eb53-45e9-871a-2bab99c1a3d0Sun, 26 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110027:01falsefull11281281Oliphant, the Australian genius who developed radar and showed Oppenheimer how to build the bomb.Oliphant, the Australian genius who developed radar and showed Oppenheimer how to build the bomb.The Last Post Radio Show speaks with author Roland Perry about his latest book, Oliphant. Roland details Oliphant's early days, from playing cricket in the streets of Mitcham, to meeting Sir Ernest Rutherford at Adelaide University, to Oliphant's belief that he had a role to play in stopping Hitler, to developing the bomb...and the wonders of cold fusion.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with author Roland Perry about his latest book, Oliphant. Roland details Oliphant's early days, from playing cricket in the streets of Mitcham, to meeting Sir Ernest Rutherford at Adelaide University, to Oliphant's belief that he had a role to play in stopping Hitler, to developing the bomb...and the wonders of cold fusion.

]]>ac5f8113-54cb-4035-88ba-33693cce447aFri, 24 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110032:02falsefull11271271The pressure to be perfect...The pressure to be perfect...Author Catherine Greer speaks with The Last Post Radio Show about finding self-belief...and how the best chance is always you.

]]>Author Catherine Greer speaks with The Last Post Radio Show about finding self-belief...and how the best chance is always you.

]]>0a1de74d-6c80-4779-bd99-eca568278351Wed, 22 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110033:37falsefull11261261Guts and Glory...owning + expressing a national identity.Guts and Glory...owning + expressing a national identity.Peter Rees speaks with the Radio Show about his latest book, Guts and Glory, looking at the link between sport and our military history. Meet Big Jack Massie, Ralph Robertson, Albert Jacka, Weary Dunlop, Len Waters, Tom Richards and more and read about their exploits beating the French and English and playing football, cricket, boxing... and wrestling on horse back.

]]>Peter Rees speaks with the Radio Show about his latest book, Guts and Glory, looking at the link between sport and our military history. Meet Big Jack Massie, Ralph Robertson, Albert Jacka, Weary Dunlop, Len Waters, Tom Richards and more and read about their exploits beating the French and English and playing football, cricket, boxing... and wrestling on horse back.

]]>e7c393ec-0041-45e5-a678-3824c54b6aeaMon, 20 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110036:58falsefull11251251"Just off the bike..." Day 4 of the Tour de V Centre"Just off the bike..." Day 4 of the Tour de V CentreIn this final episode of the Tour de V Centre series, we speak with veteran, participant and event organiser, Adam Kent. At the completion of the nearly 500 kilometre ride, Adam talks about helping veterans fit back into the community, the public response, how the Norlane RSL President handed Adam an envelope....and looking forward to a cold beer.

]]>In this final episode of the Tour de V Centre series, we speak with veteran, participant and event organiser, Adam Kent. At the completion of the nearly 500 kilometre ride, Adam talks about helping veterans fit back into the community, the public response, how the Norlane RSL President handed Adam an envelope....and looking forward to a cold beer.

]]>429de035-b870-4857-8619-abd6a67764eeThu, 16 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110012:26falsefull11241241Weaving a narrative...Fred SmithWeaving a narrative...Fred SmithFred Smith, the singing diplomat, described as a cross between Noel Coward and Loudon Wainwright, talks about his current tour, his family, his time in Afghanistan, on being a father, on combining drama and humour and reflecting the world we live in. And, of coming home.

]]>Fred Smith, the singing diplomat, described as a cross between Noel Coward and Loudon Wainwright, talks about his current tour, his family, his time in Afghanistan, on being a father, on combining drama and humour and reflecting the world we live in. And, of coming home.

]]>2cf5d55f-0758-4f56-b723-b9a3726ac306Wed, 15 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110032:30falsefull11231231"We're having a great time on the roads...""We're having a great time on the roads..."Holding a space for conversations. The Tour De V Centre on Day 2. Veteran Rochelle Maile, a participant in the 460 Kilometre Vasey RSL Care bike ride talks with us about the beauty of the ride, locals supporting, trivia nights on the road, getting the message out and of a desire to be head of the pack.

]]>Holding a space for conversations. The Tour De V Centre on Day 2. Veteran Rochelle Maile, a participant in the 460 Kilometre Vasey RSL Care bike ride talks with us about the beauty of the ride, locals supporting, trivia nights on the road, getting the message out and of a desire to be head of the pack.

]]>541d96ce-ecb5-4bcd-bb69-ba3504dc9138Tue, 14 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110011:38falsefull11221221Cycling 460 km's for veteran homelessness....The Tour de V Centre Part 2Cycling 460 km's for veteran homelessness....The Tour de V Centre Part 2Ready, set, go...leaving Warrnambool today, the nine riders taking part in the Vasey RSL Care's 4-day Tour de V Centre. The Last Post Radio Show speaks with participant Michael Harper. Michael, Deputy Commissioner DVA (Vic) tells us that while he may be "a little underdone" in preparation for the trek, he's determined to return his wife's bicycle in one piece.

]]>Ready, set, go...leaving Warrnambool today, the nine riders taking part in the Vasey RSL Care's 4-day Tour de V Centre. The Last Post Radio Show speaks with participant Michael Harper. Michael, Deputy Commissioner DVA (Vic) tells us that while he may be "a little underdone" in preparation for the trek, he's determined to return his wife's bicycle in one piece.

]]>2b48fc1d-653e-436f-8aaf-379673374d79Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110008:20falsefull11211211From Warrnambool to Box Hill...Cycling 460 kilometres for veteran housingFrom Warrnambool to Box Hill...Cycling 460 kilometres for veteran housingThe Radio Show speaks with Vasey RSL Care Executive General Manager Chris Gray and Vasey Media's Heidi Flower about this amazing event, The Tour de V Centre, starting on Sunday. The 460 kilometre journey is to raise awareness and conversations about the 6000 veterans living with unstable housing. With a list of speakers, along the way, including Ken Sheedy and Matthew Stokes, Cath Rushbrooke and Ken Tsirigotis. Find out how to help...and the benefits of getting a good meal at the Kelly Hotel.

]]>The Radio Show speaks with Vasey RSL Care Executive General Manager Chris Gray and Vasey Media's Heidi Flower about this amazing event, The Tour de V Centre, starting on Sunday. The 460 kilometre journey is to raise awareness and conversations about the 6000 veterans living with unstable housing. With a list of speakers, along the way, including Ken Sheedy and Matthew Stokes, Cath Rushbrooke and Ken Tsirigotis. Find out how to help...and the benefits of getting a good meal at the Kelly Hotel.

]]>17d90f2b-a2e3-4c74-a607-3995f95e01ecFri, 10 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110018:39falsefull11201201" I should've fought back...I should've made a fuss". Encouraging women to come forward." I should've fought back...I should've made a fuss". Encouraging women to come forward.The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Avive Health's Dr Vicky Satchwell, Consultant Psychiatrist, about helping women with trauma, sexual abuse and bullying and how Avive treatments now being enacted are focused on getting the best out of people.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Avive Health's Dr Vicky Satchwell, Consultant Psychiatrist, about helping women with trauma, sexual abuse and bullying and how Avive treatments now being enacted are focused on getting the best out of people.

]]>246c5c56-5163-4f09-b4b9-e522dc990487Fri, 10 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110030:47falsefull11191191"What do you want to be when you leave school?"......"A writer"....50 years on, From the suburbs to London, to The Kimberley. Dave Warner"What do you want to be when you leave school?"......"A writer"....50 years on, From the suburbs to London, to The Kimberley. Dave WarnerMusician, author, poet Dave Warner speaks with the Radio Show about his early years, his love of words, travelling to London, writing Australiana hits, becoming an award-winning crime novel writer, a screenwriter...and having Bob Dylan call Dave his favourite Australian songwriter.

]]>Musician, author, poet Dave Warner speaks with the Radio Show about his early years, his love of words, travelling to London, writing Australiana hits, becoming an award-winning crime novel writer, a screenwriter...and having Bob Dylan call Dave his favourite Australian songwriter.

]]>ebdc3a4e-cf49-47bb-84ad-c4b5b0bf335aWed, 08 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110034:32falsefull11181181"The Christ of the Thai-Burma Railway..." Peter Fitzsimmons, The Courageous Life of Weary Dunlop"The Christ of the Thai-Burma Railway..." Peter Fitzsimmons, The Courageous Life of Weary DunlopThe Last Post Radio Show speaks with Peter Fitzsimmons about his latest book on Weary Dunlop, described as "a giant amongst men". From Tobruk, and El-Alamein, in Greece, in Indo-China, and how Dunlop worked night and day to keep his men alive. Of his love for Helen, his hatred of The Lizard and of Scotty, the man who refused to die.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Peter Fitzsimmons about his latest book on Weary Dunlop, described as "a giant amongst men". From Tobruk, and El-Alamein, in Greece, in Indo-China, and how Dunlop worked night and day to keep his men alive. Of his love for Helen, his hatred of The Lizard and of Scotty, the man who refused to die.

]]>9f060987-8f87-4fe0-adca-918e3aca5d24Mon, 06 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110028:41falsefull11171171"It's okay, not to be okay"....Join the fundraising for Bravery Trek this October"It's okay, not to be okay"....Join the fundraising for Bravery Trek this OctoberListen to this great chat, where Leidos Australia's Murray Bruce talks about Bravery Trust helping with financial security, confidential support and education. Murray also speaks about connection to community, how he'll be running a double marathon.....and the quality of coffee to be served at the Dusk 'Til Dawn on Oct 17/18.

]]>Listen to this great chat, where Leidos Australia's Murray Bruce talks about Bravery Trust helping with financial security, confidential support and education. Murray also speaks about connection to community, how he'll be running a double marathon.....and the quality of coffee to be served at the Dusk 'Til Dawn on Oct 17/18.

]]>6962572b-8e5c-4783-b7bc-2b017005594dThu, 02 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110021:31falsefull11161161Mike McClellan - Lessons from and for the heart.Mike McClellan - Lessons from and for the heart.With a memoir, a novel and new music in the mix, the legendary singer-songwriter remains inquisitive, with no plans to stop creating. Mike McClellan speaks with The Last Post Radio Show.

]]>With a memoir, a novel and new music in the mix, the legendary singer-songwriter remains inquisitive, with no plans to stop creating. Mike McClellan speaks with The Last Post Radio Show.

]]>f40977f6-7fae-470a-af4f-4b94db455fecWed, 01 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110045:46falsefull11151151"We are behind them and we are supporting them..." Birdon, Bravery Trust and Leidos. Supporting veterans through Bravery Trek"We are behind them and we are supporting them..." Birdon, Bravery Trust and Leidos. Supporting veterans through Bravery TrekThe Radio Show speaks with Meg Teasdell from Birdon Australia about her participation in Bravery Trek, running through the month of October and of the systems that are there, to support Australia's veterans.

]]>The Radio Show speaks with Meg Teasdell from Birdon Australia about her participation in Bravery Trek, running through the month of October and of the systems that are there, to support Australia's veterans.

]]>65302bb2-8575-4402-b478-6c9017b098e3Wed, 01 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +110012:47falsefull11141141"The domino effect of helping others..." The Bravery Trek Month"The domino effect of helping others..." The Bravery Trek MonthSingh Talwar speaks with The Last Post Radio Show about standing up for your comrades, never leaving them behind and having them always by your side. As part of the Bravery Trust's Bravery Trek month of October, Singh also speaks about the joy of participating, feeling connected to those that have served and of his time in a Harry Potter-like boarding school in the Himalayas.

]]>Singh Talwar speaks with The Last Post Radio Show about standing up for your comrades, never leaving them behind and having them always by your side. As part of the Bravery Trust's Bravery Trek month of October, Singh also speaks about the joy of participating, feeling connected to those that have served and of his time in a Harry Potter-like boarding school in the Himalayas.

]]>8a20dbba-0090-445d-af53-233aa7eb49f9Tue, 30 Sep 2025 08:30:00 +110014:57falsefull11131131"Follow their path, understand their journey, support our veterans". The Bravery Trek Week kickstarting the Bravery Trek Month."Follow their path, understand their journey, support our veterans". The Bravery Trek Week kickstarting the Bravery Trek Month.As Bravery Trek continues, our BT Week finishes with a return to our chat with Bravery Trust CEO Garth Callender in this, what was episode one of The Last Post Radio Show's Bravery Trek Week. Find out how you can become involved...Follow their path, understand their journey, support our veterans.

]]>As Bravery Trek continues, our BT Week finishes with a return to our chat with Bravery Trust CEO Garth Callender in this, what was episode one of The Last Post Radio Show's Bravery Trek Week. Find out how you can become involved...Follow their path, understand their journey, support our veterans.

]]>5af0108c-38b6-405c-b209-106e48aa84e2Mon, 29 Sep 2025 08:30:00 +110015:38falsefull11121121Lee Gordon Presents...how one man changed Australian life foreverLee Gordon Presents...how one man changed Australian life foreverAuthor Jeff Apter speaks with the Radio Show about his new book and how salesman, entrepreneur Lee Gordon arrived in Australia in 1953 "with two suitcases and a dream". A man who injected, into Australian life, the likes of Johnny Ray, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Little Richard, Liberace, Lenny Bruce and how Lee helped Johnny O'Keefe become a star.

]]>Author Jeff Apter speaks with the Radio Show about his new book and how salesman, entrepreneur Lee Gordon arrived in Australia in 1953 "with two suitcases and a dream". A man who injected, into Australian life, the likes of Johnny Ray, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Little Richard, Liberace, Lenny Bruce and how Lee helped Johnny O'Keefe become a star.

]]>d5244cfb-601c-4c79-8542-dab7c95b52cfSat, 27 Sep 2025 08:30:00 +110036:03falsefull11111111Encouraging conversations and connection...the 2025 Veteran GamesEncouraging conversations and connection...the 2025 Veteran GamesHeston Russell speaks with the Radio Show about this years Veteran Games to be held on the Gold Coast, October 11-12. Heston invites you to the Numinbah Valley and speaks about bringing you into the moment with physical exercise.

]]>Heston Russell speaks with the Radio Show about this years Veteran Games to be held on the Gold Coast, October 11-12. Heston invites you to the Numinbah Valley and speaks about bringing you into the moment with physical exercise.

]]>a89ee8c4-7fcb-4d8d-b72b-12db87a2f2f8Fri, 26 Sep 2025 08:30:00 +110017:06falsefull11101101Cybersecurity..."They're gambling with you picking up the phone or opening that email..."Cybersecurity..."They're gambling with you picking up the phone or opening that email..."Applying a framework for your business. The Last Post Radio Show speaks with LOGIN Australia CEO Jake Keir about geo-blocking, ring-fencing, white listing, Phising and a whole lot of other stuff to help you protect your business and personal data.

]]>Applying a framework for your business. The Last Post Radio Show speaks with LOGIN Australia CEO Jake Keir about geo-blocking, ring-fencing, white listing, Phising and a whole lot of other stuff to help you protect your business and personal data.

]]>a610d8ce-3c60-471c-bf64-5c750b2c990bWed, 24 Sep 2025 08:30:00 +110030:38falsefull11091091Reconciliation in Action - Working TogetherReconciliation in Action - Working TogetherIan Smith, Co-Chair (with Uncle Frank Lampard) of Aboriginal Veterans South Australia speaks about the work being done to honour the service of our indigenous veterans. Of ceremonial and practical being of importance and of Ian's book, 'For Love of Country 2' being released during Reconciliation Week in May next year.

]]>Ian Smith, Co-Chair (with Uncle Frank Lampard) of Aboriginal Veterans South Australia speaks about the work being done to honour the service of our indigenous veterans. Of ceremonial and practical being of importance and of Ian's book, 'For Love of Country 2' being released during Reconciliation Week in May next year.

]]>8b9dc366-06ac-433b-a4f0-7ce88057247bMon, 22 Sep 2025 08:30:00 +110021:23falsefull11081081The Last Post Radio Show South Australian Special EpisodeThe Last Post Radio Show South Australian Special EpisodeIn this special episode from Adelaide, TLP Radio Show speaks with RSL SA/NT/Broken Hill's Keith Harrison about the latest goings-on, former ABC Radio personality Peter Goers about everything, Aboriginal Veterans SA's Ian Smith about working together...and has a glass of Ricca Terra wine.

]]>In this special episode from Adelaide, TLP Radio Show speaks with RSL SA/NT/Broken Hill's Keith Harrison about the latest goings-on, former ABC Radio personality Peter Goers about everything, Aboriginal Veterans SA's Ian Smith about working together...and has a glass of Ricca Terra wine.

]]>b7902a6c-63c8-43b7-8d2c-983ef7e3c9e8Fri, 19 Sep 2025 08:30:00 +110059:25falsefull11071071Bringing communities together through independent cinema...Bringing communities together through independent cinema...A couple of years ago I spoke with Michael Smith, owner of the Sun Theatre in Yarraville. Michael speaks about buying the theatre in 1994 after it had laid empty for 18 years, about his international venture, 'Screens Without Borders' and of plans to fly around the world, without a pilots licence or a plane.

]]>A couple of years ago I spoke with Michael Smith, owner of the Sun Theatre in Yarraville. Michael speaks about buying the theatre in 1994 after it had laid empty for 18 years, about his international venture, 'Screens Without Borders' and of plans to fly around the world, without a pilots licence or a plane.

]]>5bbe665e-1d5a-4274-88b0-ec7611b97534Wed, 17 Sep 2025 08:30:00 +110018:35falsefull11061061"The change that needs to occur...and the time is now""The change that needs to occur...and the time is now"The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Women Veterans Australia Chair, LJ Kennealy about women's issues in the defence force and of sharing stories to provide better outcomes. For the ADF to be an employer-of-choice for men and women and to break the silence and allow women to work in a safe space and have a voice at the table.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Women Veterans Australia Chair, LJ Kennealy about women's issues in the defence force and of sharing stories to provide better outcomes. For the ADF to be an employer-of-choice for men and women and to break the silence and allow women to work in a safe space and have a voice at the table.

]]>978c466a-c8c1-4324-90f9-d7e943e3f3d8Mon, 15 Sep 2025 08:30:00 +110036:54falsefull11051051"You must leave China immediately...""You must leave China immediately..."In 2021, I interviewed ABC correspondent Bill Birtles about his then recently released book, 'The Truth About China'. Bill speaks about our ongoing relationship with the superpower, about state security police knocking on his door at midnight and of being interrogated in a shabby hotel room with discussions about beer.

]]>In 2021, I interviewed ABC correspondent Bill Birtles about his then recently released book, 'The Truth About China'. Bill speaks about our ongoing relationship with the superpower, about state security police knocking on his door at midnight and of being interrogated in a shabby hotel room with discussions about beer.

]]>584020f8-0174-4eb6-9599-7a73a34e8357Fri, 12 Sep 2025 08:30:00 +110036:31falsefull11041041"The most important thing we need to do is to be here, for veterans""The most important thing we need to do is to be here, for veterans"In this detailed discussion, The Last Post Radio Show speaks with newly-elected RSL Victoria State President, Dr Mark Schroffel about the agenda for change, the determination to be of great service to veterans and to maintaining female representation. And, of the RSL being a representative and reflection of the community.

]]>In this detailed discussion, The Last Post Radio Show speaks with newly-elected RSL Victoria State President, Dr Mark Schroffel about the agenda for change, the determination to be of great service to veterans and to maintaining female representation. And, of the RSL being a representative and reflection of the community.

]]>e81ae5a8-9cd3-4cb8-8fa7-9b0cc58d814fWed, 10 Sep 2025 08:30:00 +110028:59falsefull11031031"I want everybody to know what the RSL does...""I want everybody to know what the RSL does..."The Last Post Radio Show speaks with RSL SA/NT/Broken Hill CEO, Tara Belton. Tara speaks about the Wellbeing Reach Out Service, an initiative of the state branch, the importance of education and inclusion and having a sense of purpose in being there for every veteran.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with RSL SA/NT/Broken Hill CEO, Tara Belton. Tara speaks about the Wellbeing Reach Out Service, an initiative of the state branch, the importance of education and inclusion and having a sense of purpose in being there for every veteran.

]]>2f4dd443-77b8-440a-8ada-45b88f057b0dWed, 03 Sep 2025 08:30:00 +110028:00falsefull11021021"There's a state of flow you go into..." The beauty of bookreading."There's a state of flow you go into..." The beauty of bookreading.The Last Post Radio Show visits Annie Waters at Mostly Books, in Mitcham South Australia. Annie takes us around her beautiful store that caters for everyone. We chat about reading as a persistent human activity that can calm, relax, reduce blood pressure and loneliness.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show visits Annie Waters at Mostly Books, in Mitcham South Australia. Annie takes us around her beautiful store that caters for everyone. We chat about reading as a persistent human activity that can calm, relax, reduce blood pressure and loneliness.

]]>f80f87f8-8c6e-4fd3-a5a2-d6f3cd271722Fri, 29 Aug 2025 08:30:00 +110017:17falsefull11011011"Just as good as men..." The Surgeon of Royaumont"Just as good as men..." The Surgeon of RoyaumontSurgeon and author, Susan Nuehaus speaks with the Radio Show about her book, The Surgeon of Royaumont. Set on the battlefields of WW1, fighting barriers in order to get through medical school and serve in hospitals, a young Australian woman finds her calling as a surgeon, goes to France and lands at a hospital run and staffed entirely by women.

]]>Surgeon and author, Susan Nuehaus speaks with the Radio Show about her book, The Surgeon of Royaumont. Set on the battlefields of WW1, fighting barriers in order to get through medical school and serve in hospitals, a young Australian woman finds her calling as a surgeon, goes to France and lands at a hospital run and staffed entirely by women.

]]>aaac71c5-d077-4a0e-b171-6f30f0c446bdWed, 27 Aug 2025 08:30:00 +110030:29falsefull11001001Australian Red Cross Free Webinar 'All About Wills'Australian Red Cross Free Webinar 'All About Wills'Have all your questions answered on Tuesday, September 2, 1-2pm, AEST. Designed to take the guesswork out of will-writing.

redcross.org.au

]]>Have all your questions answered on Tuesday, September 2, 1-2pm, AEST. Designed to take the guesswork out of will-writing.

redcross.org.au

]]>03790d82-366a-4392-95d4-f54cec6986a3Tue, 26 Aug 2025 08:30:00 +110001:48falsefull199991Vasey RSL Care...having somewhere to call home.Vasey RSL Care...having somewhere to call home.The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Vasey Chair, Mike O'Meara OAM, about the importance of living a life of value, the impact of service on mental health, of providing empathy and awareness and a safe environment for veterans. And, of his writing a book about his local footy club.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Vasey Chair, Mike O'Meara OAM, about the importance of living a life of value, the impact of service on mental health, of providing empathy and awareness and a safe environment for veterans. And, of his writing a book about his local footy club.

]]>bd14e80b-a3b1-4695-8431-ac44087bb6d6Thu, 21 Aug 2025 08:30:00 +110040:13falsefull198981Michael Bridger and Versatile, giving back to those that have given.Michael Bridger and Versatile, giving back to those that have given.The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Michael Bridger, National Defence Lead at Versatile Construction, about an understanding of veterans needs, a family history of service, of Versatile helping to sponsor the Navy Clearance Divers Trust, of going to Virginia and having lunch where General Patton had once tied his horse and of Michael's love on the Sydney Roosters.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Michael Bridger, National Defence Lead at Versatile Construction, about an understanding of veterans needs, a family history of service, of Versatile helping to sponsor the Navy Clearance Divers Trust, of going to Virginia and having lunch where General Patton had once tied his horse and of Michael's love on the Sydney Roosters.

]]>d38c9d69-477c-47ff-b150-3ac9f61b65f6Tue, 19 Aug 2025 08:30:00 +110026:54falsefull197971Kalgoorlie Boulder...a deep connection to the military history of Australia.Kalgoorlie Boulder...a deep connection to the military history of Australia.Kalgoorlie Boulder historian, Timothy Moore, speaks with The Last Post Radio Show about POW Camps, the first act of terrorism on Australian soil and the community spirit that saw card games and dances set up to aid the fighting funds for our overseas troops.

]]>Kalgoorlie Boulder historian, Timothy Moore, speaks with The Last Post Radio Show about POW Camps, the first act of terrorism on Australian soil and the community spirit that saw card games and dances set up to aid the fighting funds for our overseas troops.

]]>12bb4a1e-a53d-47dc-ab44-1b7acc5d8b28Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:30:00 +110031:19falsefull196961Fortem Australia...ordinary people doing extraordinary things.Fortem Australia...ordinary people doing extraordinary things.In this engaging chat, Fortem Australia CEO, Michael Willing APM, speaks with us about life on the first responders frontline, mental wellbeing and what Fortem is doing to meet the challenges faced by first responders and agencies.

]]>In this engaging chat, Fortem Australia CEO, Michael Willing APM, speaks with us about life on the first responders frontline, mental wellbeing and what Fortem is doing to meet the challenges faced by first responders and agencies.

]]>ef2fe238-2d61-4a1f-9baa-f6b86bfc979eMon, 04 Aug 2025 08:30:00 +110029:38falsefull195951An Australian film, so authentic and true, it almost evokes the smell of the place...Sunday Too Far AwayAn Australian film, so authentic and true, it almost evokes the smell of the place...Sunday Too Far AwayKate Croser from the South Australian Film Corporation, speaks about the 50-year anniversary of the release of the SAFC's first film, Sunday Too Far Away.

]]>Kate Croser from the South Australian Film Corporation, speaks about the 50-year anniversary of the release of the SAFC's first film, Sunday Too Far Away.

]]>8b3decc1-9c19-46b1-a864-d66acd7c06ceFri, 01 Aug 2025 08:30:00 +110028:08falsefull194941"There's a change in the balance of power in the Western Pacific...the environment is changing, and so must we""There's a change in the balance of power in the Western Pacific...the environment is changing, and so must we"Adjunct Prof at UNSW and former Director of War Studies for the Australian Army, Albert Palazzo, speaks with The Last Post Radio Show about his new book, 'The Big Fix'. In it, Albert looks at China, the USA, climate change and asks if Australia's defence policy is broken.

]]>Adjunct Prof at UNSW and former Director of War Studies for the Australian Army, Albert Palazzo, speaks with The Last Post Radio Show about his new book, 'The Big Fix'. In it, Albert looks at China, the USA, climate change and asks if Australia's defence policy is broken.

]]>5d088001-7c1e-447b-bc45-8634f96a2984Wed, 30 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +110034:46falsefull193931Greater Love...and the beauty of life without war. Canberra, August 15Greater Love...and the beauty of life without war. Canberra, August 15The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Flowers of Peace Director Chris Latham about a concert with music, images, paintings and poetry. Narrated by John Bell AO. The story of WW2, with music, Llewellyn Hall, Canberra, August 15.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Flowers of Peace Director Chris Latham about a concert with music, images, paintings and poetry. Narrated by John Bell AO. The story of WW2, with music, Llewellyn Hall, Canberra, August 15.

]]>70cbf2ec-1320-45fd-bee8-d97297c474daFri, 25 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +110032:29falsefull192921The significance of human rights today...The 2025 Australian Human Rights AwardsThe significance of human rights today...The 2025 Australian Human Rights AwardsThe Last Post Radio Show speaks with Leanne Smith, CE of Australian Human Rights Commission about the 2025 Human Rights Awards and the significance of human rights today.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Leanne Smith, CE of Australian Human Rights Commission about the 2025 Human Rights Awards and the significance of human rights today.

]]>0c2750cb-833f-41f9-9441-73413cdd3472Wed, 23 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +110031:56falsefull191911Veterans...facing unique challengesVeterans...facing unique challengesDr Muriel Cooper speaks about the challenges veterans can face in mental health...stress, recurring memories, relationships, PTSD and how simple things can help.

]]>Dr Muriel Cooper speaks about the challenges veterans can face in mental health...stress, recurring memories, relationships, PTSD and how simple things can help.

]]>d696384b-1f06-42ec-bc53-745d35849d41Mon, 21 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +110005:07falsefull190901"There was no-one left alive...""There was no-one left alive..."The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Alan Playford about his new book, 'Through The Rubble'. From the 1989 Newcastle earthquake to the genocide of war-torn Rwanda, Alan witnessed death, life, hope and an amazing array of people who give evidence to the human spirit.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Alan Playford about his new book, 'Through The Rubble'. From the 1989 Newcastle earthquake to the genocide of war-torn Rwanda, Alan witnessed death, life, hope and an amazing array of people who give evidence to the human spirit.

]]>3d62924e-4f7a-4635-bc9c-bd22329094b5Fri, 18 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +110035:32falsefull189891You Can't Win 'Em All - Greg ChampionYou Can't Win 'Em All - Greg ChampionIn this special episode, The Last Post presents Australian singer-songwriter Greg Champion's new single, 'You Can't Win 'Em All'

]]>In this special episode, The Last Post presents Australian singer-songwriter Greg Champion's new single, 'You Can't Win 'Em All'

]]>f279b27e-56c4-4421-b5ff-3bbaa0097692Wed, 16 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +110003:20falsefull188881Climbing the unclimbable for Pancare FoundationClimbing the unclimbable for Pancare FoundationSheena Delaney climbed Mt Kilimanjaro to raise funds for Pancare Foundation and speaks with us about the experience and the need to continue the fight against pancreatic and other GI cancers.

]]>Sheena Delaney climbed Mt Kilimanjaro to raise funds for Pancare Foundation and speaks with us about the experience and the need to continue the fight against pancreatic and other GI cancers.

]]>9a18922f-7a0b-4ebb-a197-0d4eb2f25a2bTue, 15 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +110025:04falsefull187871The voice of an angel...if you put your dreams out there, everything is possibleThe voice of an angel...if you put your dreams out there, everything is possibleThe Last Post Radio Show speaks with singer-songwriter Keri McInerney about the power of resilience, creating opportunities. From childhood, health battles, to Hollywood, Tamworth and beyond.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with singer-songwriter Keri McInerney about the power of resilience, creating opportunities. From childhood, health battles, to Hollywood, Tamworth and beyond.

]]>7ea08c14-8405-45ac-8adb-f019ad09dc1bMon, 14 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +110032:19falsefull186861Australia's music darling...a tribute farewell to Marcia JonesAustralia's music darling...a tribute farewell to Marcia JonesFrom October, last year. In Gary Mac's final episode as co-host of The Last Post Radio Show, we share the intimacy of conversation between two old friends. Here, Gary speaks with the-late Marcia Jones about her life, her music and her plans for the future. From The Cookies to the now, Marcia shares with us and even gifts us a song. A must-listen chat. A tribute.

]]>From October, last year. In Gary Mac's final episode as co-host of The Last Post Radio Show, we share the intimacy of conversation between two old friends. Here, Gary speaks with the-late Marcia Jones about her life, her music and her plans for the future. From The Cookies to the now, Marcia shares with us and even gifts us a song. A must-listen chat. A tribute.

]]>c1d24726-76a9-4520-8c0f-ef0d41cee5a6Fri, 11 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +110001:05:12falsefull185851"Asking bigger questions of life and the universe...enabling lasting change""Asking bigger questions of life and the universe...enabling lasting change"The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Lyndi K Leggett, founder of Australia's Scuba Gym and how underwater therapy can transform lives previously incapacitated by injury, a place where everything's possible.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Lyndi K Leggett, founder of Australia's Scuba Gym and how underwater therapy can transform lives previously incapacitated by injury, a place where everything's possible.

]]>bc864681-2d80-4fe1-9cc0-1edac623683cTue, 08 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +110033:49falsefull184841Finding art in everyday life...and turning waste into artFinding art in everyday life...and turning waste into artIndonesian artist, Ari Bayuaji, having exhibitions in Montreal, Japan and Australia, brings awareness to the entanglement of plastic products in our everyday life and its threat to the environment. From his studio in Sanur, Bali, Ari uses plastic found on the shore lines and mangroves along the coast.

]]>Indonesian artist, Ari Bayuaji, having exhibitions in Montreal, Japan and Australia, brings awareness to the entanglement of plastic products in our everyday life and its threat to the environment. From his studio in Sanur, Bali, Ari uses plastic found on the shore lines and mangroves along the coast.

]]>d45f184b-2c81-4313-9a1c-c7f9910f9364Mon, 07 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +110015:16falsefull183831Veteran Legal, making the whole process seamlessVeteran Legal, making the whole process seamlessIf you're a veteran and in need of legal advice or assistance, contact veteranlegal.com

]]>If you're a veteran and in need of legal advice or assistance, contact veteranlegal.com

]]>8a8c9a65-0f56-4d8c-94a9-1afcc3e9c5b6Mon, 07 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +110001:12falsefull182821Inhibiting inflammation and the fight against cancer...Inhibiting inflammation and the fight against cancer...The TLP Radio Show speaks with WEHI's Prof. John Silke about WEHI's ongoing fight against cancer and its causes.

]]>The TLP Radio Show speaks with WEHI's Prof. John Silke about WEHI's ongoing fight against cancer and its causes.

]]>90ca4011-df6a-412a-8938-0ee02a5782ccFri, 04 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +110030:03falsefull181811Honouring servicemen + women...Honouring servicemen + women...Help RSL Australia Foundation continue its mission of advocacy.

]]>Help RSL Australia Foundation continue its mission of advocacy.

]]>7ef715e8-c2df-4003-8479-b434fe787e95Fri, 04 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +110001:41falsefull180801Managing stress levels, thoughts and emotions...Managing stress levels, thoughts and emotions...Author and psychologist, Dr Muriel Cooper guests on the Radio Show to give expert advice and insights into managing depression and the fact that it is more prevalent amongst serving ADF members, veterans and their families.

]]>Author and psychologist, Dr Muriel Cooper guests on the Radio Show to give expert advice and insights into managing depression and the fact that it is more prevalent amongst serving ADF members, veterans and their families.

]]>cd5d6012-fbe9-4728-995d-d049ff43e132Thu, 03 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +110005:15falsefull179791"Lace up your boots for Bravery Trek and Dusk 'til Dawn...". Bravery Trust's EOFY call-out."Lace up your boots for Bravery Trek and Dusk 'til Dawn...". Bravery Trust's EOFY call-out.Bravery Trust CEO Garth Callender speaks with the Radio Show about the privilege he feels working for BT and their Bravery Trek and Dusk 'til Dawn events in October.

]]>Bravery Trust CEO Garth Callender speaks with the Radio Show about the privilege he feels working for BT and their Bravery Trek and Dusk 'til Dawn events in October.

]]>d837668c-f74b-487a-9ed4-72de0b4fdcceFri, 27 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +110017:19falsefull178781Music for playing on the way to Renmark...our chat with Greg ChampionMusic for playing on the way to Renmark...our chat with Greg ChampionHe may not consider himself a social commentator but he knows a lot of Greg's and reflects compassion. The man who wrote 'That's The Thing About Football' and 'I Made A Hundred In The Backyard At Mum's' sits down and talks about his relationship with the studio, his fellow Coodabeens and the joy of returning to "proper" music.

]]>He may not consider himself a social commentator but he knows a lot of Greg's and reflects compassion. The man who wrote 'That's The Thing About Football' and 'I Made A Hundred In The Backyard At Mum's' sits down and talks about his relationship with the studio, his fellow Coodabeens and the joy of returning to "proper" music.

]]>525cfe9f-5c47-4757-b2ab-3a0a593c1f00Wed, 25 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +110026:10falsefull177771A Life of Leadership and Legacy...the Lowitja O'Donoghue ExhibitionA Life of Leadership and Legacy...the Lowitja O'Donoghue ExhibitionThe Last Post Radio Show speaks with Deb Edwards, from the Lowitja Institute, about the life and times of Dr Lowitja O'Donoghue and the exhibition 'Lowitja O'Donoghue - A Life of Leadership + Legacy, currently running at Uni SA, in The Bob Hawke Centre.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Deb Edwards, from the Lowitja Institute, about the life and times of Dr Lowitja O'Donoghue and the exhibition 'Lowitja O'Donoghue - A Life of Leadership + Legacy, currently running at Uni SA, in The Bob Hawke Centre.

]]>43184b78-be76-4751-96b1-a8c680a8386bMon, 23 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +110025:22falsefull176761DISASTER RELIEF'S ANNUAL GIVING DAY - Help make disaster affected communities feel like home againDISASTER RELIEF'S ANNUAL GIVING DAY - Help make disaster affected communities feel like home againDisaster Relief Australia, putting boots-on-the-ground...

]]>Disaster Relief Australia, putting boots-on-the-ground...

]]>06dd2964-fd28-4f0f-b46f-b9594a938f5cFri, 20 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +110001:33falsefull175751"You get absorbed in the moment...and look at the world differently...""You get absorbed in the moment...and look at the world differently..."The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Mandarine Montgomery and Rob Raaymakers from the Photography Studies College, about finding a creative space, sharing the joy, the power of art, the Paris Fashion Week and giving Radio Show listeners the chance to save $200 on a photography course. Short Courses, starting in July.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Mandarine Montgomery and Rob Raaymakers from the Photography Studies College, about finding a creative space, sharing the joy, the power of art, the Paris Fashion Week and giving Radio Show listeners the chance to save $200 on a photography course. Short Courses, starting in July.

]]>3bb7e530-b5b8-4f34-806a-f3eb4ada34baThu, 19 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +110031:20falsefull174741Bringing the history of the battlefields to life...Bringing the history of the battlefields to life...Mat McLachlan Battlefield Tours

]]>Mat McLachlan Battlefield Tours

]]>b5b84487-7391-41f4-8581-9466c72601e7Wed, 18 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +110001:28falsefull173731"It was minus ten, minus fifteen degrees...""It was minus ten, minus fifteen degrees..."The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Pancare Foundation's Sheena Delaney about her amazing climb of the mountain once termed "unclimable", Mt Kilimanjaro. Her climb of Africa's highest mountain was to raise money for the Foundation, in the fight against pancreatic and upper gastrointestinal cancers.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Pancare Foundation's Sheena Delaney about her amazing climb of the mountain once termed "unclimable", Mt Kilimanjaro. Her climb of Africa's highest mountain was to raise money for the Foundation, in the fight against pancreatic and upper gastrointestinal cancers.

]]>9d48e0a4-aa6e-4f94-ab3d-4a586054ce3fWed, 18 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +110018:40falsefull172721Make a tax deductible donation and help save lives...Make a tax deductible donation and help save lives...Help the National Breast Cancer Foundation achieve Zero Deaths. Make a tax deductible donation before June 30th. Visit nbcf.org.au or simply call 1300 708 767.

]]>Help the National Breast Cancer Foundation achieve Zero Deaths. Make a tax deductible donation before June 30th. Visit nbcf.org.au or simply call 1300 708 767.

]]>a2eccd40-1606-45cc-95df-1322811ea6e4Tue, 17 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +110001:21falsefull171711"Armed squatters and stockmen and workers went out in massacre parties...""Armed squatters and stockmen and workers went out in massacre parties..."The TLP Radio Show speaks with historian and author, Stephen Gapps, about his new book, Uprising, and the need for our history to be studied by us all, as an educational tool and recognition of the truth.

]]>The TLP Radio Show speaks with historian and author, Stephen Gapps, about his new book, Uprising, and the need for our history to be studied by us all, as an educational tool and recognition of the truth.

]]>6e3d6087-f7a3-466f-b716-18a492cf3e89Mon, 16 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +110023:00falsefull170701Muriel Cooper, Up Shit Creek In A Barbed Wire CanoeMuriel Cooper, Up Shit Creek In A Barbed Wire CanoeIn this candid and engaging chat, TLP Radio Show speaks with psychologist author and former radio personality, Muriel Cooper about her new book, about BOB and FOB and how you can be stress-drunk and about the merits of humour and bravery.

]]>In this candid and engaging chat, TLP Radio Show speaks with psychologist author and former radio personality, Muriel Cooper about her new book, about BOB and FOB and how you can be stress-drunk and about the merits of humour and bravery.

]]>a30cd336-8899-434c-842c-eece9623e29bTue, 10 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +110032:28falsefull169691"Where do I go.....?""Where do I go.....?"With over 4000 ESO entities across the country, The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Prof Ben Wadham and Research Assistant and PhD Candidate, Andrew Prevett about the reality of accessibility and duplication for veterans, across era, age, conflict and gender.

]]>With over 4000 ESO entities across the country, The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Prof Ben Wadham and Research Assistant and PhD Candidate, Andrew Prevett about the reality of accessibility and duplication for veterans, across era, age, conflict and gender.

]]>2f94b5e2-c275-435a-98c8-e8979fabf61aFri, 06 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +110026:49falsefull168681Providing hope for people on their worst day...Providing hope for people on their worst day...The TLP Radio Show speaks with Disaster Relief Australia's CEO, Dave Smith about deploying volunteers into areas hit by disasters, veterans training and knowledge having application outside of service, doing good things for people through continual service and the family values that lead to serving and purpose.

]]>The TLP Radio Show speaks with Disaster Relief Australia's CEO, Dave Smith about deploying volunteers into areas hit by disasters, veterans training and knowledge having application outside of service, doing good things for people through continual service and the family values that lead to serving and purpose.

]]>b9725f82-5cfd-4926-94b6-90654bbc9593Wed, 04 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +110034:09falsefull167671Behind The Home Bar - All things cocktailBehind The Home Bar - All things cocktailIn this delightful chat with author Cara Devine, learn how to tell the difference between a wet and dry martini and the fun and approachable way to setting up your home bar.

]]>In this delightful chat with author Cara Devine, learn how to tell the difference between a wet and dry martini and the fun and approachable way to setting up your home bar.

]]>ff6d2b0b-9491-41a6-bda6-ad76a6f1ce7fWed, 28 May 2025 08:30:00 +110021:56falsefull166661"I always had an interest in human connection and story telling""I always had an interest in human connection and story telling"Recorded on the eve of Anzac Day, in this amazing chat, This Story Australia's Jeff Hughes gives his thoughts on the famous day and the personal stories of veterans that This Story Australia shares, to keep the history alive.

]]>Recorded on the eve of Anzac Day, in this amazing chat, This Story Australia's Jeff Hughes gives his thoughts on the famous day and the personal stories of veterans that This Story Australia shares, to keep the history alive.

]]>4ea5e19a-ab0a-4134-b796-12ac9904c604Fri, 23 May 2025 08:30:00 +110028:01falsefull165651Celebrating National Volunteer Week - "To bring communities together in times of need..."Celebrating National Volunteer Week - "To bring communities together in times of need..."The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Australian Red Cross Director of Emergency Response, Collin Sivalingum about the amazing work done by the largest humanitarian volunteer movement on the planet.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Australian Red Cross Director of Emergency Response, Collin Sivalingum about the amazing work done by the largest humanitarian volunteer movement on the planet.

]]>6cdf1cce-4e29-4467-a22f-dc221ee5b899Wed, 21 May 2025 08:30:00 +110019:07falsefull164641"If you look at who we are, a lot of it can be traced back to the shores of Gallipoli...""If you look at who we are, a lot of it can be traced back to the shores of Gallipoli..."Commentator, author and former AFL coach Mick Malthouse speaks with the Radio Show about the Anzac spirit, the importance of education, having good friends across the ditch, books, multiculturalism, and gives us an appraisal on Collingwood, Geelong, GWS and the Bulldogs.

]]>Commentator, author and former AFL coach Mick Malthouse speaks with the Radio Show about the Anzac spirit, the importance of education, having good friends across the ditch, books, multiculturalism, and gives us an appraisal on Collingwood, Geelong, GWS and the Bulldogs.

]]>c3223e21-2f5f-484c-9cc3-81f95878611aFri, 16 May 2025 08:30:00 +110024:44falsefull163631Resilience, recognition and achieving....The Last Post Radio Show speaks with GEWO Chair, Anna Maria LangResilience, recognition and achieving....The Last Post Radio Show speaks with GEWO Chair, Anna Maria LangWith over 20% of the Australian Defence Force comprising of women, GEWO co-founder and Chair, Anna Maria Lang, speaks with TLP Radio Show about women's expanding role and how having a clear vision and purpose can help formulate success and well-being.

]]>With over 20% of the Australian Defence Force comprising of women, GEWO co-founder and Chair, Anna Maria Lang, speaks with TLP Radio Show about women's expanding role and how having a clear vision and purpose can help formulate success and well-being.

]]>086a50eb-3a44-441c-b188-844237f65d81Wed, 14 May 2025 08:30:00 +110024:48falsefull162621"We wanted to enjoy life before we got too bloody old...""We wanted to enjoy life before we got too bloody old..."With 26 years of service, CSC Veterans Hub Dave Wilton speaks with the TLP Radio Show about the advantages of planning ahead for a happy future. And, of it being never too early, and never too late.

]]>With 26 years of service, CSC Veterans Hub Dave Wilton speaks with the TLP Radio Show about the advantages of planning ahead for a happy future. And, of it being never too early, and never too late.

]]>cf654eee-11d6-4071-9ab2-27ba1cd807d2Tue, 06 May 2025 08:30:00 +110020:06falsefull161611Navigating the legal process to get a positive resultNavigating the legal process to get a positive resultThe Last Post Radio Show speaks with Veteran Legal CEO Peter Thelwell about focusing on treating veterans and the benefits of avoiding the traps of 'Big Law'.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Veteran Legal CEO Peter Thelwell about focusing on treating veterans and the benefits of avoiding the traps of 'Big Law'.

]]>d01b91b6-cbdd-4be3-89a7-b3beec40327eWed, 30 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +110015:58falsefull160601Anzac Day Special - Gallipoli Medical Research and the benefits of research to enable a successful transition...Anzac Day Special - Gallipoli Medical Research and the benefits of research to enable a successful transition...The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Gallipoli Medical Research lead, Adjunct Associate Professor Miranda Van Hooff

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Gallipoli Medical Research lead, Adjunct Associate Professor Miranda Van Hooff

]]>7e7f2292-4963-41ec-9838-11b22de8f698Fri, 25 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +110028:45falsefull159591"We have a duty to make everyone informed and to have a connection to Anzac Day...""We have a duty to make everyone informed and to have a connection to Anzac Day..."The TLP Radio Show speaks with the young face of RSL WA, State President Duncan Anderson.

]]>The TLP Radio Show speaks with the young face of RSL WA, State President Duncan Anderson.

]]>574919fe-1c54-4e62-91c7-d369cbfdea76Thu, 24 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +110027:05falsefull158581"The sacred narrative of Australian virtue...""The sacred narrative of Australian virtue..."TLP Radio Show speaks with Steve Vizard about his book, 'Nation, Memory, Myth...Gallipoli and the Australian imaginary' and how events can own us.

]]>TLP Radio Show speaks with Steve Vizard about his book, 'Nation, Memory, Myth...Gallipoli and the Australian imaginary' and how events can own us.

]]>7dc70957-b5af-4353-83ea-62376176351bWed, 23 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +110035:57falsefull157571Intervening early and building a better sense of trust...Intervening early and building a better sense of trust...The Last Post Radio Show speaks with MediLinks CEO, Brodie Moore about veteran's mental health and promoting help-seeking behaviour.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with MediLinks CEO, Brodie Moore about veteran's mental health and promoting help-seeking behaviour.

]]>a7fd827d-8ba2-4e69-bddc-b46ec27ad5f3Tue, 22 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +110030:26falsefull156561"The stew was that bad, the troops held a funeral for it...""The stew was that bad, the troops held a funeral for it..."The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Merredin Military Museum Curator and local identity, Rob Endersbee about the iconic memoribillia and wartime vehicles at this amazing repository of history, in WA's Central Eastern Wheatbelt.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Merredin Military Museum Curator and local identity, Rob Endersbee about the iconic memoribillia and wartime vehicles at this amazing repository of history, in WA's Central Eastern Wheatbelt.

]]>f3f9486a-8080-4b2a-9681-9876bb2bae90Sat, 19 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +110015:51falsefull155551Leather on willow...and social engagement. The joys of veterans cricket.Leather on willow...and social engagement. The joys of veterans cricket.Many aged 50+ are making a return to playing cricket. Social interaction, keeping fit and enjoying a beer after the match. The Radio Show speaks with Veterans Cricket Victoria Vice-President, Greg Sebire about the games resurgence.

]]>Many aged 50+ are making a return to playing cricket. Social interaction, keeping fit and enjoying a beer after the match. The Radio Show speaks with Veterans Cricket Victoria Vice-President, Greg Sebire about the games resurgence.

]]>70839ff3-3c02-4dc8-8cf0-64cfee265beeWed, 16 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +110009:20falsefull154541"I'm still fighting, Dad..." Historian, Mat McLachlan speaks with the Radio Show about Victoria Cross recipient and WW1 legend, Albert Jacka."I'm still fighting, Dad..." Historian, Mat McLachlan speaks with the Radio Show about Victoria Cross recipient and WW1 legend, Albert Jacka.Albert Jacka took out 7 Turks at Courtney's Post, received a Victoria Cross and was considered a legend by those he served with.

]]>Albert Jacka took out 7 Turks at Courtney's Post, received a Victoria Cross and was considered a legend by those he served with.

]]>1ec4c0c1-1034-480f-b867-19cd38e4e133Mon, 14 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +110022:59falsefull153531Of saving lives, the excitement of research into inflammation and cancer, the COVID vaccines and of chocolate cake. A chat with WEHI's Prof John SilkeOf saving lives, the excitement of research into inflammation and cancer, the COVID vaccines and of chocolate cake. A chat with WEHI's Prof John SilkeProf John Silke from Walter Eliza Hall Institute of Research speaks with the Radio Show about ongoing research and how an Australian man helped in the fight against cancer.

]]>Prof John Silke from Walter Eliza Hall Institute of Research speaks with the Radio Show about ongoing research and how an Australian man helped in the fight against cancer.

]]>d5f8841f-48f7-4f0e-9ae7-2e97acbb4ac7Thu, 10 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +110025:36falsefull152521Honouring the life of a loved one by honouring your own...Honouring the life of a loved one by honouring your own...The Last Post Radio Show speaks with artist/photographer/publisher Mick Sowry about rebuilding after loss, photography, surfing, the beauty of working with those younger than you and playing tag-team painting with his son.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with artist/photographer/publisher Mick Sowry about rebuilding after loss, photography, surfing, the beauty of working with those younger than you and playing tag-team painting with his son.

]]>3d73563c-b16d-47b2-98bd-b171194ad6deMon, 07 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +110045:06falsefull151511Bravery Trust - Empowering veterans. Ambassador treks 95km Kokoda Trail to raise fundsBravery Trust - Empowering veterans. Ambassador treks 95km Kokoda Trail to raise fundsThe Last Post Radio Show speaks with Bravery Trust CEO, Garth Callender.

]]>The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Bravery Trust CEO, Garth Callender.

]]>d22f1503-1b49-45c5-bdab-b1cc10981f21Fri, 04 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +110015:58falsefull150501Kinta Fitness, a veteran owned business supporting veteran charities and eventsKinta Fitness, a veteran owned business supporting veteran charities and eventsKinta Fitness Director and veteran Joe Papworth speaks with The Last Post Radio Show

]]>Kinta Fitness Director and veteran Joe Papworth speaks with The Last Post Radio Show

]]>6e3965b5-51d9-4389-bfa0-50a581f09cb8Thu, 03 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +110014:44falsefull149491"We should celebrate and lead, as a nation, in this area...""We should celebrate and lead, as a nation, in this area..."An Australian with big dreams, many of which she has already enacted, Resolute Ready founder, Lidia Faranda-Hall speaks about how all of us can contribute to assisting veterans in need and the need for organisations to unite the message and speak in one voice.

]]>An Australian with big dreams, many of which she has already enacted, Resolute Ready founder, Lidia Faranda-Hall speaks about how all of us can contribute to assisting veterans in need and the need for organisations to unite the message and speak in one voice.

]]>bd4a33cf-fd53-4724-b731-8c105e09711fMon, 31 Mar 2025 08:30:00 +110025:05falsefull148481On 260 hectares of beautiful bushland, Australia's foremost museum honouring the Anzac legendOn 260 hectares of beautiful bushland, Australia's foremost museum honouring the Anzac legendOpened in 2014, near the beauty of Mt. Clarence and Mt Adelaide, on 260 hectares of bushland, become part of the Anzac experience and take on the identity of one of 32 individuals, living their wartime experience. With barbi's and boardwalks and mountain bikes, the National Anzac Centre.

]]>Opened in 2014, near the beauty of Mt. Clarence and Mt Adelaide, on 260 hectares of bushland, become part of the Anzac experience and take on the identity of one of 32 individuals, living their wartime experience. With barbi's and boardwalks and mountain bikes, the National Anzac Centre.

]]>9efb9bcf-4155-4ad2-b51a-22d4acaf4a04Sat, 29 Mar 2025 08:30:00 +110015:31falsefull147471"Veterans are twice as likely as the general population to be homeless""Veterans are twice as likely as the general population to be homeless"Brad Robertson, Chair of Carry On, speaks with the Radio Show about veteran homelessness and the work being done, to find a solution.

]]>Brad Robertson, Chair of Carry On, speaks with the Radio Show about veteran homelessness and the work being done, to find a solution.

]]>8b350289-ef90-4720-81d5-d0e3922efc6cTue, 25 Mar 2025 08:30:00 +110027:24falsefull146461Helping veterans in crisis....and giving yourself the chance to win $25,000.Helping veterans in crisis....and giving yourself the chance to win $25,000.President Martin Shaw takes us into the world of Wounded Heroes and explains how buying a coffee can help the 24/7 help offered, how 100% of public donations goes straight to veterans and their families. And how you can be in the running to win $25,000 Cash.

]]>President Martin Shaw takes us into the world of Wounded Heroes and explains how buying a coffee can help the 24/7 help offered, how 100% of public donations goes straight to veterans and their families. And how you can be in the running to win $25,000 Cash.

]]>3ac1a33f-752f-466a-a8ed-52e621b853eeFri, 21 Mar 2025 08:30:00 +110025:52falsefull145451"Paying back by engaging veterans...""Paying back by engaging veterans..."The TLP Radio Show speaks with CPB Contractors' Brendan Sowry of his service, sexuality, transition and the broad-ranging skills base of veterans.

]]>The TLP Radio Show speaks with CPB Contractors' Brendan Sowry of his service, sexuality, transition and the broad-ranging skills base of veterans.

]]>886fd087-df42-422e-a379-683ee2a2faf3Mon, 17 Mar 2025 08:30:00 +110023:07falsefull144441'Shellshocked'.....Rising international actor Jack Stokes and Adelaide's Peter Goers, speak about The Fringe, and the play Shellshocked.'Shellshocked'.....Rising international actor Jack Stokes and Adelaide's Peter Goers, speak about The Fringe, and the play Shellshocked.21-year old Jack Stokes, speaks with Adelaide's Peter Goers about 'Shellshocked', the play featuring at the Holden Street Theatre as part of The Fringe. We also speak about Peter's plays and the invention of a new swearword.

]]>21-year old Jack Stokes, speaks with Adelaide's Peter Goers about 'Shellshocked', the play featuring at the Holden Street Theatre as part of The Fringe. We also speak about Peter's plays and the invention of a new swearword.

]]>1eb9c952-1b3c-470f-9647-80cd286cef56Mon, 10 Mar 2025 08:30:00 +110018:31falsefull143431After more than 20 years, Johnny 'Spit' Spitieri is back!After more than 20 years, Johnny 'Spit' Spitieri is back!The Radio Show speaks with Spit writer, Chris Nyst about writing the character of a petty crim whose spiritual home is the Gold Coast and a man who is a decent knock-about type guy who wears maternity jeans and thongs.

]]>The Radio Show speaks with Spit writer, Chris Nyst about writing the character of a petty crim whose spiritual home is the Gold Coast and a man who is a decent knock-about type guy who wears maternity jeans and thongs.

]]>bd3606e3-8542-4df6-aa8d-141ec5d35719Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:30:00 +110024:40falsefull142421"What does being institutionalised by the military mean?""What does being institutionalised by the military mean?"Matt Galton speaks with the Radio Show about service, transition, the Pine Rivers BMX Club, playing banjo and opening a wine bar.

]]>Matt Galton speaks with the Radio Show about service, transition, the Pine Rivers BMX Club, playing banjo and opening a wine bar.

]]>5784d3c7-3116-4ad3-b890-2b2b1a415c88Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:30:00 +110027:47falsefull141411"Military families are at a 3 to 1 higher risk of family violence". Amanda Tarrant speaks about her study, 'Violence on the Homefront'."Military families are at a 3 to 1 higher risk of family violence". Amanda Tarrant speaks about her study, 'Violence on the Homefront'.The gendered nature of violence in military families paints a disturbing picture. Amanda Tarrant speaks with the TLP Radio Show and asks for participants in her important study.

]]>The gendered nature of violence in military families paints a disturbing picture. Amanda Tarrant speaks with the TLP Radio Show and asks for participants in her important study.

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