Catherine McKinnon’s tense but tender tale, “To Sing of War”, immerses the reader in the lives of three characters strung across the globe during the dying days of World War II …as the days tick towards the detonation of the first nuclear weapon on Hiroshima.

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Poet Ken Bolton makes a good case for why British writer Beryl Bainbridge should not be forgotten.

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ABC Broadcaster and poet Mike Ladd shares what’s in his tsundoku.

Guests

Catherine McKinnon, author of “To Sing of War” and the Miles Franklin Award shortlisted “Storyland”

Ken Bolton, Australian poet whose most recent collection is titled “Salute”

Our Random Reader is ABC broadcaster and poet Mike Ladd

Other books that get a mention

Catherine McKinnon mentions “The Regeneration Trilogy” by Pat Barker, “Cloud Cukooland” by Anthony Doerr.

Ken Bolton mentions Beryl Bainbridge’s books, “An Awfully Big Adventure”, “Injury Time”, “Master Georgie”, “The Birthday Boys”, “Watson’s Apology”, “According to Queeney” and “A Quiet Life”.

Mike Ladd mentions “The story of Wy-lah, the cockatoo” by Leslie Rees, “Catch-22” by Joseph Heller, “Selected Poems’ by Elizabeth Bishop, “The Years” by Annie Ernaux, “The Pole and Other Stories” by John Coetzee and “Salt Creek” by Lucy Treloar.

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In this episode of Inspired By, host Isabella Taylor sits down with radio legend Sean Craig Murphy, owner of the Australian Radio School. Sean shares his passion for teaching and mentoring the next generation of broadcasters, offering insights into how his decades of radio experience have shaped his unique approach to education. From his start as a roller rink DJ to founding one of Australia’s top radio schools, Sean’s journey is packed with lessons on creativity, resilience, and the power of storytelling.

You will hear Sean’s advice for aspiring broadcasters, stories from his career, and why teaching fuels his own creativity. Stay tuned until the end for a behind-the-scenes moment that will leave you smiling!

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Topics in this episode;

• Sean’s upbringing and early experiences in Hong Kong, Indonesia, Melbourne, and Adelaide.
• His start in the radio industry as a DJ at a roller skating rink in Adelaide.
• Transition from DJing to radio, including his first job at Murray Bridge’s 5MU.
• Sean’s training at Vaughan Harvey’s Radio School and its impact on his teaching style.
• Founding the Australian Radio School and his passion for mentoring students.
• Key lessons learned from over 40 years in radio and podcasting.
• His experiences co-hosting Everyday Conspiracy Theories Podcast.
• The creative process of launching a successful podcast from scratch.
• Reflections on the evolution of radio and podcasting as complementary mediums.
• Insights into community radio as a training ground for aspiring announcers.
• Advice for staying creative and resilient in a competitive industry.
• A humorous behind-the-scenes moment at the end of the episode.

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It’s been a year full of laughs, awkward moments, and memorable stories, and we’re wrapping it all up with a “Best Of 2024” special!

Indulge in our weekly Brunch-hour of witty banter and lively discussions with these cheeky 30-somethings. With their relatable humour, vibrant personalities and plenty of ‘blonde-moments’, this entertainment-filled, gossip-style comedy show is perfect for unwinding any time of the day, accompanied by your favourite bubbles.

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Aaron Collis, Celeste La Scala & Deanna Carbone.

Panelist: Deanna Carbone.

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Two Brunettes & A Gay is recorded LIVE every Tuesday @ 5pm (Adelaide Time) on Radio Italia Uno 87.6FM.

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Karuna people. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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