Best Backchat Podcasts (2024)

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Path to Paris with Rechelle Hawkes 59:16

1h ago59:16

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8-years as captain for the Hockeyroos and the second ever female to win three Olympic Gold medals - Rechelle Hawkes has quite the story. Hear how Rechelle got catapulted into the Hockeyroos at 16, to reading the Olympic Oath at the Sydney Olympics in 2000, on this episode of Path to Paris. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com…

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Plans to import more non-local care home workers / Safety around schools 55:00

5h ago55:00

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On Tuesday's Backchat, we're talking about proposals to import more care home workers.The government has suggested increasing the quota by 8,000 to 15,000 within the next three years, citing an ageing population and a labour shortage.If approved,...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Eagles at 'G preview with BackChat's Will Schofield 🦅 51:13

20h ago51:13

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Will Schofield is back again to preview the clash with Naughtsie against the Eagles, with the ex-premiership player expecting a response from West Coast after their dismal efforts last week, while Schoey also gives his thoughts on Melbourne's run home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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VoK 811: Blackfyre Backchat -“The Burning Mill” House of the Dragon (S02E03 Review)

1d ago

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Joins us this week as The Blackfyre Backchat continues their discussion of HBO’s season two for House of the Dragon. This episode they are covering episode three, “The Burning Mill”. Hosts: Zander (The Lord Baron), Elle (Nettles), Stephanie (gsdg), and … Continue reading →By Vassals of Kingsgrave

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BACKCHAT BITES | Australia's gold medal plan for the Seoul Olympics... 2:59

12h ago2:59

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At the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games, Australia's Field Hockey team had a master plan in place to make sure everyone on the team received a gold medal. Full interview out Wednesdays! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jack Buckley is our best mate 16:25

2h ago16:25

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He's the reigning and inaugural Jack Buckley Medalist and one of the best blokes of all time. It's Jack Buckley. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 176 - Is something BIG about to happen at West Coast? 58:04

11h ago58:04

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Will decisions be made about the future of the West Coast Eagles, and what should fans expect moving forward. PLUS hear from the reigning Jack Buckley Medalist, the man himself - Jack Buckley Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The classy kids tame the Eagles 1:18:38

15h ago1:18:38

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Naughtsie and Cados dissect Melbourne's comfortable victory over the Eagles, focusing on the youth and their big impacts, with Riv Dog in particular given an almighty pump up, while they relish the quiet achievers tag. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Horde

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UK elections / Accessibility issues faced by the blind 55:00

16h ago55:00

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On Monday's Backchat, we're talking about UK election results and what to expect from its new government. Labour Party leader Keir Starmer has become Britain’s new Prime Minister after his party’s landslide victory put an end to 14 years of Conserva...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Griffin Logue is our best mate 18:28

8h ago18:28

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Griffin Logue is so close to returning to footy after an ACL injury which has held him out for 12 months. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 175 - Big news at the West Coast Eagles? 1:09:31

4h ago1:09:31

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One of our favourite backmen in the land update us on his footy return and we try to figure out wtf is going on at the West Coast Eagles Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Israel-Hezbollah conflict / KMB's female bus drivers 55:00

8h ago55:00

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On Friday's Backchat, Global Focus talks about the escalation in tensions at the border between Israel and southern Lebanon.UN diplomats have been hard at work trying to ease the situation between Israel and Hezbollah, as the Iran-backed group fired...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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VoK 812: DragonCast – “The Burning Mill” House of the Dragon (S02E03 Review)

4h ago

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The Dragons discuss episode 3 of the second season of HBO’s House of the Dragon series “The Burning Mill”. Hosts: Casey (blue-eyed-queen) Adam (drownedsnow), Michal (inkasrain), Bing (Shoeshiner), Katie (ladygiffin), Duncan (valkyrist), Ben (kingjucio). Spoilers: This episode could cover anything … Continue reading →…

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Hospital Authority governance / Cybersecurity bill 54:59

1d ago54:59

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On Thursday's Backchat, we're talking about the governance and operation of the Hospital Authority.The health body has just announced the appointment of a new review committee, following a spate of blunders in some public hospitals.From a woman h...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Mainland travel permits for non-Chinese PRs / Regulations on owning hedgehogs as pets 55:00

1d ago55:00

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On Wednesday's Backchat, we're talking about the new mainland travel permit which can be applied for from next week. Non-Chinese permanent residents of Hong Kong and Macau will no longer need visas to visit the mainland, as Beijing announced an ex...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Path to Paris with Allana Slater 1:41:53

1d ago1:41:53

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She broke the glass ceiling in gymnastics time and time again, led Australia to their first ever World Championships medal and will go down in history for her iconic wink to the judges. Introducing trailblazer, Allana Slater. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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BACKCHAT BITES | Allana Slater's Iconic Wink: The Magic of Her Floor Routine 3:25

2d ago3:25

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She WINKED at the judges mid-routine. Why Allana Slater pushed the boundaries in women's gymnastics... Full guest episodes available on Wednesdays! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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ESG and fine particulates / Vocational training for the elderly 54:59

2d ago54:59

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On Tuesday’s Backchat, we’re talking about carbon neutrality. Over 500 businesses took part in the ESG Xchange climate summit last week, discussing ways through which business can contribute to Hong Kong’s carbon neutrality goals. This comes as envi...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Episode 174 - Freo are legit + West Coast Eagles in SHAMBLES 1:07:10

3d ago1:07:10

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The Fremantle Dockers are coming off one of their best wins in years, while West Coast put up one of their worst losses. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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VOK 810 – Bridgerton S3 Part 2

3d ago

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Join Bina007 and Stephanie/GSDG for a spoiler-filled discussion for the books and TV show focussing on S3 Part 2 of Netflix’s Bridgerton. [MP3] Download or play this episode directly[Archive]View this episode’s page on Archive.org[Discord] Join the VOK community[iTunes] Subscribe to us on … Continue reading →…

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Almost a famous victory, but still in the mix 1:10:55

3d ago1:10:55

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The OG crew of Naughtsie, Benny and Toff delve into the Gabba heartbreak, with a big focus on our identity and what the future holds and the almost strange transitional phase we now find ourselves in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Horde

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Arts development / Shipping congestion in Singapore 55:00

9d ago55:00

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VoK 809: Soccercast Euro 2024 R16 Preview

5d ago

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Join Bing and Pat for a review of the group stages and at 56 minutes in preview of the Round of 16 matches. It should be also noted that Bina007 went on vacation and didn’t pay her fantasy team any … Continue reading →By Vassals of Kingsgrave

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Episode 173 - James Sicily, Victorian bias & more big news 1:08:10

6d ago1:08:10

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Captain of Hawthorn James Sicily joins us on the podcast today and we cover some more big news of the week before the footy this weekend. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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US Presidential Election race / Streamlined airport security process 55:00

6d ago55:00

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On Friday's Backchat, we're talking about the US Presidential elections. Incumbent US president Joe Biden and predecessor Donald Trump are set to take to the stage for a 90-minute Presidential debate in a face-off expected to test both candidates' o...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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VoK 808: DragonCast – “Rhaenyra the Cruel” House of the Dragon (S02E02 Review)

6d ago

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The Dragons discuss episode 2 of the second season of HBO’s House of the Dragon series “Rhaenyra the Cruel”. Hosts: Adam (drownedsnow), Matt (Blu3arm0r), Michal (inkasrain), Bing (Shoeshiner), and Hannah (Shadowbaby). Spoilers: This episode could cover anything from George R … Continue reading →By Vassals of Kingsgrave

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Miracle at the Gabba... anyone? 😬 1:04:11

7d ago1:04:11

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Naughtsie, Marca and Slamma, with his first appearance of the season, dissect the daunting prospect of taking on the Lions at the Gabba, while mystery man Adam pops by the studio! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Horde

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Hong Kong Disneyland profit / July 1 F&B discounts 55:00

7d ago55:00

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On Friday's Backchat, we're talking about growing visitor numbers at theme parks in Hong Kong and the region. Hong Kong Disneyland has just announced record earnings in the first quarter of this year after revenues also rose by 156% in the last fisc...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Financial support for cancer patients / Deadly factory fire in South Korea 55:00

8d ago55:00

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On Wednesday's Backchat, we're talking about support for breast cancer patients. The Breast Cancer Foundation has just launched a new care programme that will see breast cancer patients refunded HK$38,000 if a special test concludes that they need to...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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VoK 807: Blackfyre Backchat -“Rhaenyra the Cruel” House of the Dragon (S02E02 Review)

8d ago

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With a new season of HBO’s House of the Dragon comes a new council for discussions. Join us this week with the first Blackfyre Backchat talking about season two episode two, “Rhaenyra the Cruel”. Hosts: Bina (bina007), Zander (The Lord … Continue reading →By Vassals of Kingsgrave

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Path to Paris with Matthew Wearn 57:42

9d ago57:42

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Matt Wearn has his sails set on defending his Olympic crown - can he do it? He sits down with Mark Foreman to talk sailing strategy, coming back from long-COVID and what life was like being raised by Belinda Stowell. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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BACKCHAT BITES | Tattooing a bad performance... 2:31

9d ago2:31

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Australia's most successful sailor Matt Wearn won gold at the Tokyo Olympics, but instead of the traditional tattoo he decided to permanently etch his worst results on his skin. Here's why... Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Light Public Housing applications / Oyster shell recycling 54:59

10d ago54:59

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On Tuesday's Backchat, we're talking about light public housing. Hongkongers who have been on the waiting list for a public flat for at least three years are now able to apply for one of the 4,400 modular apartments currently available, with an estim...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Episode 172 - Oscar Allen live, staging for free-kicks and just how good are Sydney? 1:07:12

10d ago1:07:12

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The Eagles skipper joins us live after his first game back against the Bombers. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Well, we won but still massive doubts 1:14:03

10d ago1:14:03

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Naughtsie, Scotty and Cados unpacked the nervy ending against North, bemoaning the inconsistency from quarter to quarter, while Riv gets a pump up and the boys pray for a miracle at the Gabba. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Horde

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Calls to subsidise IVF treatments / Power glitches 55:00

16d ago55:00

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On Monday's Backchat, we're talking about fertility rates and reproductive services. Some legislators are pressing the government to introduce new measures to support mothers struggling to have children, as birth rates over the past two years stood a...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Episode 171 - Sam Collins live, Player payments & we hate the byes. 1:17:15

13d ago1:17:15

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The Monument Sam Collins joins the boys this week and we go over all the pressing footy issues in AFL land. Plus the quiz is back, Hammer Ranks and BackChat backpage. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Malaysia's bid to join Brics / Summer jobs 54:59

13d ago54:59

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On Friday's Backchat Global Focus, we're talking about Malaysia's plan to join the informal economic and trade group known as BRICS, after its founder members, which include China.The Southeast Asian nation may soon become the group's tenth member in...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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