Best Andy Robb Podcasts (2024)

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Manc 96: Nicola Marsh - The Salfordian Helping Talent Shine 37:20

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"Manchester is just a place of opportunity, whatever it is that you do." Nicola Marsh is a born and bred Salfordian and Managing Director of Essence Mediacom North. Nicola created a career for herself in digital advertising in the early days of the internet, you’ll hear about how she continues to navigate this constantly evolving media landscape, a…

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Basket Case 1:28:11

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Send us a text Do you have the time to listen to us write songs about the movie Basket Case? Two new songs this week: "Brothers" and "Carrying You" Basket Case (1982) is a horror-comedy film following Duane Bradley, a young man who arrives in New York City carrying a mysterious wicker basket. Inside is his deformed, vengeful conjoined twin, Belial,…

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An American Werewolf in London w/Jon Von Frankenstein 1:49:57

10d ago1:49:57

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Send us a text This week, we've written songs about An American Werewolf in London, and we're joined by friend Jon Von Frankenstein, that means three new songs this week! Song titles: "Werewolf Train", "Caught By The Werewolf", and "The Werewolf's Curse" An American Werewolf in London (1981), directed by John Landis, follows two American backpacker…

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Scream 3 w/Mark Ponte 1:42:29

17d ago1:42:29

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Send us a text This week, we're joined by friend of the show Mark Ponte, and we've written songs about 2000's Scream 3! Song titles: "Roman the Killer", "The Third One", and "Trilogy" Scream 3 (2000), directed by Wes Craven, follows Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) as she is drawn out of hiding when a new killer begins targeting the cast of "Stab 3"…

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Tuesday Talk - Maria Zagala discusses the work of artists collected and admired by Brent Harris 32:11

16d ago32:11

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Thank you for listening to this track produced by the Art Gallery of South Australia.Hear from Maria Zagala, Exhibition Curator, as she discusses the work of artists collected and admired by Brent Harris.For more information visit agsa.sa.gov.auImage: Detail: Edvard Munch, artist, born Norway 1863, died Norway 1944, Auguste Clot, printer, 1858, 193…

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Tuesday Talk - Rebecca Evans speaks on AGSA's glass collection to coincide with Chihuly in the Botanic Garden 18:50

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Thank you for listening to this track produced by the Art Gallery of South Australia.Timed to coincide with Chihuly in the Botanic Garden, hear about AGSA's glass collection with Rebecca Evans, Curator of Decorative Arts and Design.For more information visit agsa.sa.gov.auImage: Installation view: Imperial iris Persian pear by Dale Chihuly, Art Gal…

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Tuesday Talk - Dr Grace Waye-Harris discusses the importance of dress & portraiture in Tudor England 25:23

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Thank you for listening to this track produced by the Art Gallery of South Australia.Dr Grace Waye-Harris, Lecturer, University of Adelaide discusses the importance of dress and portraiture in Tudor England and in the royal courts of Renaissance Europe.For more information visit agsa.sa.gov.auImage: after Hans Holbein The Younger, born Ausburg, Ger…

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A Nightmare on Elm Street w/Donny Roy 1:26:49

24d ago1:26:49

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Send us a text This week on the podcast, we're joined by comedian Donny Roy, and we've written songs about A Nightmare on Elm Street. Two new songs! "Blood Geyser" and "Nightmares" A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984), directed by Wes Craven, follows a group of teenagers who are terrorized in their dreams by Freddy Krueger, a disfigured serial killer w…

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Andy Scott - The Sweet - Guitarist - Vocals Interview - Episode # 147 from Sep 28, 2024 32:39

30d ago32:39

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Interview With Andy Scott - "Of The Sweet"https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/144516By Diane's Kamikaze Fun Machine and WFMU

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Bottle Rocket 1:24:25

1M ago1:24:25

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Send us a text This week, we've written songs inspired by Wes Anderson's Bottle Rocket! Song titles: "Exhausted" and "Checked Out" Bottle Rocket (1996), directed by Wes Anderson, follows three friends—Anthony (Luke Wilson), Dignan (Owen Wilson), and Bob (Robert Musgrave)—as they attempt to pull off a series of small-time heists. Their misguided adv…

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Tuesday Talk - Stephen Zagala discusses works on display by Andy Warhol and Bridgid Berlin 30:44

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Thank you for listening to this track produced by the Art Gallery of South Australia.Photography specialist, Stephen Zagala, discusses works on display by Andy Warhol and Bridgid Berlin.For more information visit: agsa.sa.gov.auImage:By AGSA

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Joker 1:57:27

1M ago1:57:27

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Send us a text This week, we've written songs about the movie Joker. Song titles: "This Lonely Clown" and "What You Deserve" Joker (2019), directed by Todd Phillips, is a psychological thriller that follows Arthur Fleck, a troubled and marginalized comedian in Gotham City, as he spirals into madness and eventually transforms into the notorious vill…

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Manc 95: Colin Shenton - The Restoration Manc 43:47

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"The whole point about building a city is it isn’t one person’s project.” Colin Shenton is the founder and CEO of Shenton Group, a property company he started in Manchester in the late 1980s, when the city looked and worked very differently. You’ll hear about the deal Colin made the very beginning of his career, and how he handled the restoration o…

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Spirited Away 1:58:34

2M ago1:58:34

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Send us a text This week, we've written songs about the absolutely excellent Studio Ghibli film, Spirited Away. Two new songs: "I Remember" and "Spirited of the River" Spirited Away (2001) is a Japanese animated fantasy film directed by Hayao Miyazaki. It tells the story of a young girl named Chihiro who becomes trapped in a mysterious and magical …

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Baby Driver w/Mark Ponte 1:45:05

2M ago1:45:05

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Send us a text We're joined by good friend Mark Ponte, and we've written songs about Baby Driver! "I"m Baby" and "The Ballad of Baby and Debbie" Baby Driver (2017), directed by Edgar Wright, follows Baby (Ansel Elgort), a young getaway driver with a passion for music, as he works for crime boss Doc (Kevin Spacey) to repay a debt. Baby finds himself…

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Manc 94: Julie Hesmondhalgh - The Manc Acting With Heart 51:13

2M ago51:13

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“This is my city now till I die. I absolutely love it." You will probably know Julie Hesmondhalgh as the legendary actor who took on the much-loved role of trans character Hayley Cropper on ITV’s Coronation Street. Julie and host Lisa Morton discuss everything from Julie’s beginnings in Accrington; how she became one of the UK's most cherished perf…

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Chapters In Tattoo History - Mike McCabe - Tattoo Historian - Author: NYC Tattoo, Japanese Tattooing Now - Anthropologist - Tattoo Artist - Interview - Episode # 146 from Sep 3, 2024 1:04:01

2M ago1:04:01

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Interview with Michael McCabe New York City Tattoo book Japanese Tattooing Now New York City Horsepower Kustom Japan Tattoos of Indochinahttps://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/143572By Diane's Kamikaze Fun Machine and WFMU

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Transformers 1:17:40

2M ago1:17:40

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Send us a text This week, we're more than meets the eye, because we're writing songs about Transformers! Two new songs: "Transmorphers" and "Car With A Face" Transformers (2007), directed by Michael Bay, is a science fiction action film that follows the war between two factions of alien robots—the Autobots and Decepticons—on Earth. As the Autobots,…

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Beetlejuice 1:20:39

2M ago1:20:39

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Send us a text This week on the podcast, we've written songs about Beetlejuice! "Say His Name" and "Don't Say His Name" Beetlejuice (1988), directed by Tim Burton, follows a recently deceased couple, Adam and Barbara Maitland, who haunt their former home and enlist the help of the mischievous spirit Beetlejuice, played by Michael Keaton, to drive a…

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Manc 93: Dave Moutrey - Creating a HOME for Culture in Greater Manchester 40:16

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"There's a culture of creativity in our city” Dave Moutrey has been an integral part of Manchester’s arts and cultural scene since the 1980’s. He sits down with host Lisa Morton to discuss his journey to becoming a cornerstone of creativity in the city. Lisa hears about Dave’s formative years, where the sparks of his passion for the arts were ignit…

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Morbius w/Jon Von Frankenstein 1:45:27

2M ago1:45:27

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Send us a text We're joined by good friend Jon Von Frankenstein for this episode, and we're writing songs about Morbius! Does this movie have a chance to be both the worst Vampire and Superhero movie ever made? Maybe. Three new songs: Bossa Morbio, Vampire Boys, and Smoky Little Bat Boy "Morbius," directed by Daniel Espinosa, follows Dr. Michael Mo…

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Goldfinger 1:19:51

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Send us a text This week, we're writing songs about the 007 classic, Goldfinger! Two new songs this week: "Pussy Galore's Flying Circus" and "Bond Part 3" Goldfinger (1964), directed by Guy Hamilton, follows British secret agent James Bond, played by Sean Connery, as he investigates the gold magnate Auric Goldfinger, portrayed by Gert Frobe. Bond u…

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Manc 92: Seema Malhotra - Reality Housewife of Cheshire. A Real Manc 51:14

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"What I love about Manchester, is it's constantly evolving” Seema Malhotra combines glitz, glamour and proper manc graft. On this episode of ‘We Built This City’ host Lisa Morton is joined by the co-founder of fashion brand ‘Forever Unique’ and star of the reality show ‘The Real Housewives of Cheshire’. Seema candidly shares her experiences …

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Tuesday Talk - Leigh Robb And Yuexiu Shen Discuss The Work Of Julia Robinson 33:33

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Leigh Robb, Curator of Contemporary Art, and Yuexiu Shen, Lorraine Hossack Emerging Curator, discuss the work of artist Julia Robinson on display as part of the South Australian Living Artists (SALA) festival.Image captionJulia Robinson, born Adelaide 1981, Legs eleven, 2010, Adelaide, flywire, fibreglass, fabric, fixings, thread, timber, vinyl, pl…

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Mission: Impossible 2 1:31:17

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Send us a text This week, we're talking about Mission: Impossible 2. Two new songs this week: "Free Climbin'" and "On Our Sleeve" "Mission: Impossible 2" (2000), directed by John Woo, follows IMF agent Ethan Hunt, played by Tom Cruise, as he is tasked with retrieving and destroying a dangerous genetically engineered virus called Chimera. The film a…

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Brent Harris: Surrender and Catch Audio Guide - Full Conversation 45:56

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Listen in on Artist Brent Harris and Curator Maria Zagala as they walk you through Brent Harris: Surrender and Catch.0:34 - Foreword 2:05 - First Gallery10:14 - Second Gallery13:13 - Third Gallery19:41 - Fourth Gallery28:02 - Fifth Gallery33:06 - Sixth Gallery 39:44 - Seventh GalleryBy AGSA

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Hot and Fresh! Deadpool and Wolverine w/Mark Ponte and Pat Dunn 1:48:38

3M ago1:48:38

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Send us a text We're getting both hot and fresh, writing songs about Deadpool and Wolverine. We got two friends on this time, Mark Ponte and Pat Dunn. Three new songs: "Songpool", "You'll Never Fucking Matter", and "Finally" Songs available for download at: TheRoyds.Bandcamp.com Instagram: @TheRoydsBand TikTok: @TheRoydsBand YouTube: @TheRoydsBand …

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2 Fast 2 Furious w/Mark Ponte 1:47:31

3M ago1:47:31

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Send us a text This week, we're joined by our good friend Mark Ponte, writing songs about 2 Fast 2 Furious. Three songs this week: "2 Family 2 Furious", "How Fast Can You Drive", and "Roman Around" "2 Fast 2 Furious," directed by John Singleton, follows ex-police officer Brian O'Conner (Paul Walker) as he teams up with his childhood friend Roman Pe…

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The Best of The Paul Ryder Tapes Part Three 1:45:41

3M ago1:45:41

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The final part of a three part "best of" series - featuring choice cuts from The Paul Ryder Tapes series with late Happy Mondays bassist and founding member Paul Ryder and his ex-wife Angela Smith along with special guests Alan Howard, Rosemary Barratt, Sonny Ryder, Chico Ryder, Rowetta, Paul Popplewell, Jeanette Jackson, Daz Gilkinson, Danny Short…

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X-Men Origins: Wolverine 1:37:16

3M ago1:37:16

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Send us a text We're almost at Deadpool and Wolverine, so we're talking about one of the most disappointing comic book films of all time! Two new songs: "I'm Not an Animal" and "The Wolverine" "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" (2009) explores the early life and transformation of James Howlett into the mutant Wolverine, including his complex relationship w…

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Tuesday Talk - Tracey Lock introduces the recently acquired work by Portia Geach 33:58

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Curator of Australian Paintings and Sculpture, Tracey Lock, introduces the recently acquired painting Sydney Harbour Bridge by Portia Geach.Photo: Saul SteedBy AGSA

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Manc 91: Michala Hulme - The Genealogist Who Loves The Bones of Manchester 49:31

4M ago49:31

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‘Girls like me, they just don't do history.’ Dr Michala Hulme is a genealogist and broadcaster connecting people with their family history. In this episode, you’ll learn about the real people from Greater Manchester’s past and how they lived their lives. Michala has an incredible talent for uncovering family trees, and her mission is to mak…

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Deadpool 2 w/Pat Dunn 1:32:19

4M ago1:32:19

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Send us a text This week, we're continuing our conversation about the Deadpoolverse with Deadpool 2! Once again, we're joined by good friend Pat Dunn. Two new songs: "F Words" and "An F Word" "Deadpool 2," directed by David Leitch, follows the story of Wade Wilson, also known as Deadpool, as he forms a team called X-Force to protect a young mutant …

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Tuesday Talk - Nici Cumpston OAM speaks to the 2024 NAIDOC theme 24:38

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Nici Cumpston OAM, Curator of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art, speaks to this years NAIDOC week theme, 'Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud & Proud'.*We apologise for the audio quality due to technical difficulties.Image Caption:Image: Saul SteedBy AGSA

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The Best of The Paul Ryder Tapes Part Two 1:35:26

4M ago1:35:26

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This is part two of a three part "Best Of" series - where we treat you to the very best bits of the series. Laugh with us and cry with us as the highlights of Paul's life are re-lived - from the heady heights of success with Happy Mondays through to his drug addiction and breakdowns. Featured in this episode are Paul Ryder alongside his ex wife Ang…

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Deadpool w/Pat Dunn 1:25:49

4M ago1:25:49

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Send us a text This week, we're talking about a Modern Superhero Classic, Deadpool. We're joined by friend of the show Pat Dunn! Two new songs: "The Mercenary" and "Vanessa" "Deadpool" (2016) is a superhero film directed by Tim Miller. It stars Ryan Reynolds as Wade Wilson, a former special forces operative turned mercenary who, after undergoing an…

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Manc 90: Jonathan Schofield - The Manc That Walks The Talk 40:41

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"The whole city centre's my playground." Take a stroll through Manchester's rich history and it’s vibrant present with Jonathan Schofield, a born and bred Mancunian. From its industrial roots to its modern-day resurgence, Jonathan shares intriguing stories and quotes that capture the essence of Greater Manchester's spirit. Tour Guide and Editor-at-…

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The Best of The Paul Ryder Tapes Part One 1:37:21

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On this multi-award-winning show featuring the in-depth life story of Happy Mondays founding member Paul Ryder, this is the first of a three part "Best Of" compilation from the series. This week's episode features special guests Bez, Rowetta, Gaz Whelan, Mark Day and Paul Davis as well as the Rock N Roll Mums: Paul and Shaun Ryder's mum Linda and h…

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Twister 1:09:26

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Send us a text This week, we're talking about Twister, and I'm not talking about the hot spot! I mean the 1996 disaster movie. Two new songs this week: "Read the Wind" and "Twister" "Twister" (1996) is a disaster film directed by Jan de Bont, following a team of storm chasers as they research tornadoes during a series of severe weather events. The …

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Act-Trivia Vol: 1 45:04

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Send us a text It's bonus episode time! We're joined by Alexis Jefferes and Jon Von Frankenstein for a little bit of trivia! No songs this week, just full, unadulterated, trivia! All of the trivia in this episode is based on movies we have covered on this podcast. Songs available for download at: TheRoyds.Bandcamp.com Instagram: @TheRoydsBand TikTo…

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Bonus Episode 31 - John Robb: Happy Mondays as a cultural phenomenon, Tony Wilson's vision and Manchester's renaissance 47:20

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In this special bonus episode, Angela Smith, ex-wife of Happy Mondays founding member and bassist Paul Ryder, talks to Manchester cultural legend, musician from The Membranes and Goldblade, journalist, author and all round lovely human John Robb. Hear about Tony Wilson's original vision for the band, his grand plan for Manchester, when drugs floode…

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Dazed and Confused 1:20:17

4M ago1:20:17

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Send us a text This week, we're covering the 1993 hit Dazed and Confused! Two new songs: "Wising Up" and "More to Me" "Dazed and Confused," directed by Richard Linklater, depicts the last day of school for a group of Texas teenagers in 1976. The ensemble cast includes Jason London, Wiley Wiggins, Matthew McConaughey, and Ben Affleck among others, n…

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Tuesday Talks - Artist Jeff Harris discusses his painting Pears with Knife 42:24

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South Australian artist Jeff Harris discusses his painting Pears with Knife, a recent acquisition into the AGSA collection with his daughter and academic Dr Claire Harris.Image Caption:Jeff Harris in his Rose Park studio with daughters Claire and MirandaBy AGSA

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Manc 89: Matty White - Manchester's Food Guy 48:53

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Matty is a long-time Manchester resident with an intriguing journey, over his 25 years in the city region he’s become a well-known figure in Manchester's food and drink scene, you may have seen his videos with Manchester’s Finest exploring some of Mnachester’s best food and drink venues. In this episode hear how Maty went from bartending across Man…

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Bonus Episode 30 - Muzzer: Toe to toe with Axl Rose, clashing with Mick Hucknall and fun with Ronnie Biggs in Rio 56:07

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In this jaw-droppingly honest interview, former Happy Mondays personal manager Anthony Murray aka Muzzer reveals behind-the-scenes secrets of the band, telling of shocking debauchery and hilarious archetypal rock star shenanigans - going toe to toe with Axl Rose when he steals Shaun Ryder's woman, arguments with Mick Hucknall over pizza and coming …

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The Rock w/Pat Dunn 1:54:11

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Send us a text This week, we're joined by friend Pat Dunn to talk about Michael Bay's The Rock! Two new songs: "Welcome" and "Fight for Peace" "The Rock" (1996) is an action thriller directed by Michael Bay. The film stars Sean Connery as a former British spy, Nicolas Cage as an FBI chemical weapons expert, and Ed Harris as a rogue general who seiz…

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Tuesday Talks - Yuexiu Shen discusses the power of text in various forms 38:40

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Yuexiu Shen, Lorraine Hossack Emerging Curator, discusses the power of text in literature, calligraphy, and literati painting in art from the Edo period (1603-1868) in Misty Mountain, Shining Moon: Japanese Landscape Envisioned.Image Caption:Ichikawa Beian, 1779, 1858, Pine wind, plum moon ..., c 1850, Edo (Tokyo), pair of six-panel screens ink on …

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The Mask 1:28:19

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Send us a text This week, we're talking about the 1994 Jim Carrey hit The Mask! Two new songs this week: Somebody Stop Me and Nothing Man "The Mask" (1994) is a fantasy comedy film directed by Chuck Russell. It stars Jim Carrey as Stanley Ipkiss, a meek bank clerk who transforms into a zany, green-faced superhero when he wears a magical mask. The f…

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Bonus Episode 29 - Gaz Whelan Part Three: The birth of Happy Mondays, breakdowns, heroin and Humphrey Cushion 48:21

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The third special bonus edition featuring legendary Happy Mondays drummer Gaz Whelan, one of Paul's closest friends. Hear about the formation of the band, their rise to superstardom and the band's initial implosion when everything collapsed and landed both Gaz and Paul in a mental health facility in this poignant and hilarious episode. Hosted on Ac…

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Tuesday Talks - Celebrate Pride Month and hear about AGSA's Collection through a queer lens 37:12

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Thank you for listening to this track produced by the Art Gallery South Australia.Join Isobel Clemow-Meyer, Public Programs Officer, and Dr Lisa Slade, Assistant Director Artistic Programs, as they discuss AGSA's collection through a queer lens in celebration of Pride Month.For more information visit agsa.sa.gov.auImage: installation view: Metamorp…

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