Best Backchat Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 191 - All-Australian Team Selected and Tom Morris LIVE 1:10:23

1h ago1:10:23

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The All-Australian team has been selected and there's a few missing that we thought would be locks... Also a couple of West Aussies in there and Tom Morris joins us to chat his favourite team and more! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Safety of war reporters / US National Security Advisor Jack Sullivan's China visit 54:59

4h ago54:59

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On Friday's Backchat, Global Focus talks about the safety of journalists reporting from war zones.Ryan Evans, a safety adviser for Reuters, was killed last Saturday in a missile strike at the hotel he and his team were staying. Two of the agency's r...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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VoK 824: Blackfyre Backchat – “The Queen That Ever Was” House of the Dragon (S02E08 Review)

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In an episode that was saved from the grasps of the darkling plane, join the Blackfyre Council as they have a long and hefty discussion about HBO’s finale (the Queen who Ever was) for season two House of the Dragons. … Continue reading →By Vassals of Kingsgrave

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Surge in school applications from Mainland families / Hong Kong's first Sardine Festival 54:59

10h ago54:59

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On Thursday's Backchat, we're talking about local school admissions. Public secondary schools are seeing a surge in applications from mainland students, with some already full as a result. Analysts attribute this to a range of factors, from new tale...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Octopus JoyYou card discounts / Australia's "right to disconnect" law 55:00

11h ago55:00

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On Wednesday's Backchat, we're talking about a special promotion involving the personalised JoyYou Octopus card, aimed at encouraging activity for the elderly and boosting local spending. For a two-week period starting from Wednesday, card holders ...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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BackChat with Adam Simpson - Part 1 55:43

6h ago55:43

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Weeks after mutually parting ways with the West Coast Eagles, shinboners legend and 2018 premiership coach Adam Simpson sat down with Schoey and Dan to discuss his AFL journey, the inner workings of coaching at an AFL level and his recent departure from the game. Part 1 of 2. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m…

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VOK 826 – Agatha Christie 53 – The Mirror Crack’d From Side To Side

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In this minipod, Bina007 discusses the 1962 Miss Marple murder-mystery. A Hollywood movie is being shot in St Mary Mead, and it is presumed that its leading actress is being targeted for murder when Miss Marple’s help is poisoned with … Continue reading →By Vassals of Kingsgrave

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BACKCHAT BITES | How West Coast Handled the Head Coach Applications 4:26

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A snippet from our exclusive Adam Simpson interview! Full interview out Wednesdays! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Third plenum seminar / Arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov 54:59

9h ago54:59

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In the first part of Tuesday's Backchat, we're talking about the significance for Hong Kong and the country of the Chinese Communist Party's recent third plenary session, which focused on reform and modernisation.Chief Executive John Lee has called ...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Episode 190 - Live with Kath Loughnan, figuring out what went wrong this year 1:07:26

34m ago1:07:26

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Are we just an absolute disgrace over here in Western Australia? Kath Loughnan reveals what it's really like to work with Matthew Pavlich and Will Schofield covering the AFL. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Property market update and HKJC land controversy / IB measures against timezone cheating 55:00

8h ago55:00

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On Monday's Backchat, we're talking about the state of Hong Kong’s property market. Home buyers are forfeiting their deposits in record numbers amid expectations of a further fall in flat buyers. But rentals have rebounded to their highest level in ...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Episode 189 - Live with Chris Masten & How can Fremantle beat Port? 1:04:14

3h ago1:04:14

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Chris Masten jumps on the podcast before the final round of regular season AFL. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Thailand's new Prime Minister / Singapore-Malaysia economic zone project / E-gaming development in t 55:00

8d ago55:00

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On Friday's Backchat, Global Focus talks about Thai politics, following the appointment of Paetongtharn Shinawatra as Thailand's new Prime Minister.The 37-year-old daughter of former PM Thaksin becomes the country's youngest ever leader and third me...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Online scams targeting young people / PolyU Silicon Valley awards 55:00

10h ago55:00

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On Thursday's Backchat, we're talking about the rising number of deception cases, with more than 20,000 reported in the first half of this year resulting in HK$4.4 billion in losses.Police said an increasing number of the victims were tech-savvy youn...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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VOK 825 – Agatha Christie 52 – The Pale Horse

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In this minipod, Bina007 discusses the 1961 murder mystery that dabbles in the supernatural, witchcraft and beatniks! Spoiler free to 21m40s. [MP3] Listen to this episode [Archive]Go to our Archive page [Discord] Join the VOK community[iTunes] Subscribe to us on iTunes[Stitcher] Subscribe … Continue reading →…

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HKMA's SME taskforce / Electric bus trial in Yuen Long 55:00

8h ago55:00

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On today's Backchat, we're talking about the launch of a new task force to support small and medium-sized enterprises struggling to repay their loans.The Hong Kong Monetary Authority made the announcement in response to calls by business leaders to ...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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BackChat with Daisy Pearce 1:50:56

1d ago1:50:56

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Daisy Pearce is a pioneer of the AFLW, former media commentator, assistant coach and current coach of the West Coast Eagles AFLW team and she joins the pod for what is one of our favourite chats! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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BACKCHAT BITES | The AFL Hall of Fame 3:00

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Daisy Pearce has a few things to say on the AFL Hall of Fame. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Poor eating among low-income residents / A look into the life of late French movie star Alain Delon 55:00

11h ago55:00

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On Tuesday's Backchat, we're talking about poverty alleviation and poor eating habits among low-income residents. A survey conducted by local NGO Food Grace revealed that a third of its 500 respondents were cutting back on the number of meals they at...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Episode 188 - Is WA just bad at football? 58:47

1d ago58:47

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Maybe we should just cut WA out of the AFL and be done with it... ffs. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Hotel, F&B and tourism performance / Newborn panda twins 55:00

6d ago55:00

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On Monday’s Backchat, we’re talking about hotel, F&B and tourism performance in the city. Over 25 million tourists have visited the SAR since the beginning of this year, marking a 52 percent year-on-year increase in visitors. Among those, 19.3 mill...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Episode 187 - Hello Sport and UFC 305 1:04:15

12d ago1:04:15

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The boys from Hello Sport join the podcast ahead of UFC 305 this Sunday in Perth. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ukraine's incursion into Russia / Japanese PM Fumio Kishida's resignation 54:59

4h ago54:59

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On Friday's Backchat, Global Focus talks about Ukraine's incursion into Russia.Thousands of Ukrainian troops were deployed in the Kursk region over the course of this week, marking a significant escalation in the Russia-Ukraine war.Several countr...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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VoK 823: DragonCast – “The Queen Who Ever Was” House of the Dragon Season 2 Finale (S02E08 Review)

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This week on Dragoncast the Dragons discuss House of the Dragon episode 8, the season finale (?), entitled “The Queen Who Ever Was”. It was certainly an episode of television but did the finale leave viewers wanting? Hosts: Adam (drownedsnow), … Continue reading →By Vassals of Kingsgrave

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Re-defining "middle age" / Japan's mega-earthquake alert 55:00

9d ago55:00

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On Thursday's Backchat, we'll be asking how long we should delay retirement, after a new survey found more than 80% of respondents want to keep working beyond the age of 65.Junior Chamber International suggested those aged between 50 and 75 should b...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Olympic Games wrap-up / Astronauts stuck in and water discovery on Mars 55:00

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On Wednesday's Backchat, we're talking about sports development in Hong Kong, following the 2024 Paris Olympic Games which wrapped up on Sunday.Returning in stages, our athletes were given a triumphant welcome, with the main focus on fencing stars V...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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BackChat with Alana King 1:04:15

8d ago1:04:15

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Allrounder Alana King is a superstar of the Australian domestic, franchise and international cricketing world. The Perth Scorcher sat down with Schoey to discuss her childhood, the influence of the spin king as well as a few behind the scenes insights into the Australian women's national cricket team. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. S…

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Blue collar workers' evolving expectations / Tree larvae infestations 55:00

3d ago55:00

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On Tuesday's Backchat, we're talking about blue collar workers' evolving expectations. Citybus has just launched flexible contracts hoping to attract at least 100 new recruits, at a time when bus companies are struggling to hire new staff. Under the...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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BACKCHAT BITES | Learning from the King of Spin, Shane Warne 1:51

18h ago1:51

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Alana King talks about learning from Shane Warne and the one thing he told her that has shaped her into the cricketer she is today. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 186 - What is happening with all of these injuries? 1:10:54

13d ago1:10:54

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Carlton have been decimated by injuries, meanwhile Freo are officially on the verge of missing finals... Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Mainland's economic development / Behavioural study on Ocean Park panda 54:59

16d ago54:59

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On Monday's Backchat, we’re talking about economic reforms on the mainland. The head of the State Council’s Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office Xia Baolong called on the two SARs businesses to seize opportunities in the GBA and beyond, while highlighti...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Episode 185 - AFL's best 22 Under 22 1:02:12

21d ago1:02:12

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The boys pick their best 22 under 22 and we find out once and for all if Will Schofield truly hates the West Coast Eagles. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Social unrest in Britain / Cap on virtual banks 54:54

14d ago54:54

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On Friday's Backchat, Global Focus talks about the unrest in the UK.Violent protests have erupted across Britain after false social media posts claimed a foreign asylum seeker was responsible for the fatal stabbing of three children. Far-right extrem...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Pet economy / Mad honey poisoning cases 54:59

22d ago54:59

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On Thursday's Backchat, we're talking about rising pet ownership as a new report reveals there are now more pets than infants and toddlers in China.Multinational Goldman Sachs predicts the numbers will continue to grow, estimating there will be twic...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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