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Marty Fields destroys the illusions that we have all been led to believe. Believe your ears and not your eyes when Marty joins Denis each Friday at 9pm or catch the podcast here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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From the Summary Podcast - Every spring, bursts of purple take over Australian suburban streets and social media feeds as jacarandas burst into bloom, marking the approach of summer and university exam season. While they feel like an Aussie staple, these iconic trees are not native to Australia and come with their own mix of folklore, ecological quirks, and street-level chaos. On this episode of The Summary, host Josh Bryant digs into how an imported tree became an Australian cultural icon. Professor Susan Martin from La Trobe University shares the history behind how jacarandas arrived on our shores, the folklore surrounding their springtime bloom, and how they became an enduring feature of suburbs nationwide. Then, Jeff Smith, President of the Grafton Jacaranda Festival, joins to explain how his northern New South Wales town crowned itself the jacaranda capital of Australia, drawing tourists from around the world and managing crowds flocking to get the perfect photo. Tap the follow button in your podcast app to get the latest episode from The Summary. The Summary, a podcast that keeps you connected to what matters, and why. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Animal rescuer Nigel Williamson chats to Denis about all things animal rescuing each Friday night. Listen live on 3AW or catch the podcast here. Reece was in for Nigel this week See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rob Hirst was the powerhouse drummer, backing vocalist, and core songwriter of iconic Australian rock band Midnight Oil. Renowned for his fierce energy and distinctive percussive style, he co-wrote many of the group’s biggest hits, serving as the band's rhythmic backbone, creative engine, and passionate activist voice. His daughter Gabriella talks about her Dad with Denis Walter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.