Best Jackson Maring Podcasts (2024)

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Thurnley Abbey by Perceval Landon 1:01:58

21m ago1:01:58

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In the darkness of a Mediterranean night, the _Osiris_ slices through the waves, carrying with it a passenger burdened by a haunting tale. Alastair Colvin, a man with a shadowed past, reluctantly shares his story of Thurnley Abbey, a Gothic estate nestled in the heart of rural England. Whispered to be cursed and haunted, the abbey's notoriety has s…

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Ann-Maree Biggar 30:47

1h ago30:47

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Ann-Maree Biggar was – and as far as we’re concerned, still is – a superstar. She is also one of the warmest, most down to earth and funniest guests we’ve ever had on our show. As a mum and a teacher, Ann-Maree’s life today is about as far removed from TV as you can get, but she was only too happy to take a trip down memory lane and share with us s…

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Who Knows? by Guy du Maupassant 49:20

2h ago49:20

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Prepare to delve into the haunting world of Guy de Maupassant's "Who Knows?", a chilling tale that blurs the lines between reality and the supernatural. Join the narrator as he recounts his unsettling experiences with his beloved furniture, which seems to take on a life of its own. As the story unfolds, you'll find yourself questioning the narrator…

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Wendy Moore 23:19

2d ago23:19

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Wendy Moore is loving life as one of the hosts of Foxtel’s hit series Selling Houses Australia, and this week she’s our special guest on the Food Bytes podcast. As well as offering some expert insight on budget renovations and the dos and don’ts of putting your house on the market, Wendy reveals she’s a passionate baker. We also have a fun chat abo…

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The Daemon Lover by Shirley Jackson 1:10:15

2d ago1:10:15

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In this haunting and enigmatic short story by Shirley Jackson, an unnamed woman eagerly awaits her wedding day, only to find herself plunged into a nightmarish search for her missing fiancé, Jamie Harris. As she navigates the city streets and encounters a cast of indifferent, jaded characters, the protagonist's quest for love and connection takes o…

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David Williamson 31:26

16d ago31:26

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Esteemed Australian playwright David Williamson joins us this week for the 300th episode of the Food Bytes podcast. To celebrate this milestone, we bring you a not-to-be-missed episode, as David shares with us some fascinating yarns about his country childhood as well as his uni days. Plus, we savour all the incredible behind-the-scenes snippets fr…

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A Warning To The Curious by M. R. James 1:17:52

10d ago1:17:52

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M.R. James's "A Warning to the Curious" (1925) is a seminal ghost story that explores the consequences of disturbing ancient artifacts and the enduring power of folklore. Set in the fictional coastal town of Seaburgh, based on Aldeburgh, Suffolk, where James had strong personal connections, the story follows Paxton, an amateur archaeologist who une…

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Jean-Christophe Novelli 28:58

11d ago28:58

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Acclaimed French chef, restaurateur and TV personality Jean-Christophe Novelli is our special guest on the Food Bytes podcast this week. As one of the judges on Season 16 of MasterChef Australia, Jean-Christophe is in his element, guiding and mentoring home cooks as the push their kitchen creativity to new heights. He’s also quite the character, an…

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Casting The Runes by M. R. James 1:17:05

17d ago1:17:05

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M.R. James (1862-1936) was an English author, medievalist scholar, and provost of King's College, Cambridge. Best known for his ghost stories, which are widely regarded as among the finest in the genre, James redefined the traditional ghost story by abandoning many of the formal Gothic clichés of his predecessors and using more realistic contempora…

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Jack Jones 37:18

18d ago37:18

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Singer, songwriter, guitarist - Jack Jones is a favourite of the Australian music industry, and we have the most wonderful (and at times hilarious) chat with him on the Food Bytes podcast his week. Jack talks about country life, the challenges of converting a church into a house, Southern Sons getting back together for a reunion tour and his love o…

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The Smoke Ghost by Fritz Leiber 55:24

23d ago55:24

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Fritz Leiber (1910-1992) was an influential American writer of fantasy, horror, and science fiction. He is best known for his sword-and-sorcery stories and his novel "Conjure Wife" (1943). Leiber's works often combined elements of fantasy, horror, and science fiction, and he coined the term "sword and sorcery." He is widely regarded as one of the m…

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Ada Nicodemou 25:05

25d ago25:05

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Wedding bells are in the air in Summer Bay, but the wonderful Ada Nicodemou – a.k.a Leah Patterson in Home and Away – still found time to chat to us on the Food Bytes podcast this week! As well as being one of Australia’s favourite actors, Ada is now also the author of the charming junior fiction series Mia Megastar. Ada gives us the lowdown on lif…

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The Topley Place Sale by A. N. L. Munby 38:45

1M ago38:45

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Alan Noel Latimer Munby (25 December 1913 – 26 December 1974) was a distinguished English librarian, bibliographical scholar, and book collector, noted for his contributions to the study of rare books and manuscripts. Additionally, he gained recognition as an author of ghost stories, influenced by the style of M. R. James. Munby was born in Hampste…

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Chris Lewis 25:01

1M ago25:01

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As the NRL season heats up, Melbourne Storm’s Chris Lewis joins us on the Food Bytes podcast this week. With a family background in Wagyu beef farming, Chris knows his stuff when it comes to a good steak. We chat to him about food, footy life and the serious coffee culture among players. Plus Chris shares a beautiful memory of his parents sharing i…

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The Cairn on The Headland by Robert E. Howard 1:19:11

1M ago1:19:11

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Robert E. Howard (1906–1936) was an influential American author primarily known for his contributions to the genres of fantasy, horror, and adventure fiction. He is best remembered as the creator of Conan the Barbarian, a character who has become an iconic figure in popular culture. Born in Peaster, Texas, Howard demonstrated a keen interest in sto…

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Emelia Jackson 27:30

1M ago27:30

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Cake baking queen Emelia Jackson’s passion in life is to make people happy through butter and sugar – so she’s the perfect guest to join us on the Food Bytes podcast this week. Emelia chats to us about everything from her epic cake designs to motherhood … plus the experience of appearing on MasterChef not once, but twice – and taking out the Back t…

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The Judge's House by Bram Stoker 1:14:41

2M ago1:14:41

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Abraham "Bram" Stoker was born on November 8, 1847, in Clontarf, Dublin, Ireland. He was the third of seven children born to Abraham Stoker and Charlotte Mathilda Blake Thornley Stoker. Stoker spent much of his early childhood bedridden due to an unknown illness, during which he entertained himself with stories and books. Despite his illness, he ev…

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Delta Goodrem 24:24

2M ago24:24

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We’re so excited to have the amazing Delta Goodrem as our special guest on the Food Bytes podcast this week. With her new single Hearts On The Run charting all over the globe, Delta’s career as one of Australia’s leading singer-songwriters is going gangbusters. In our very candid chat, Delta talks to us about her life, her music, her charity work ……

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The Vampyre by John Polidori 1:16:37

2M ago1:16:37

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John William Polidori, an Italian-English physician and writer born in 1795, was a notable figure associated with the Romantic movement. As the eldest son of Gaetano Polidori, an Italian scholar, and Anna Maria Pierce, a governess, Polidori was exposed to intellectual pursuits from a young age. He received his medical degree from the University of …

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Don Spencer 33:22

2M ago33:22

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He’s an Australian music legend and this week, Don Spencer joins us on the Food Bytes podcast for a nostalgic journey, where we chat about everything from the Play School days to his charity work and his new song ‘Hold On To Your Dream.’ Also this week – as we set a special place at the Food Bytes table - we’re joined by Andrea Cannon, Team Leader …

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The Ghostly Rental by Henry James 1:48:15

2M ago1:48:15

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Henry James (1843–1916) was an American author renowned for his contributions to literature, particularly within the realm of psychological realism. Born in New York City, James spent much of his life traveling between Europe and the United States, which greatly influenced his cosmopolitan worldview and writing style. Known for his intricate charac…

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Geoff Cox 39:34

2M ago39:34

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Muso, media personality – but more than that, just an all ‘round good bloke – Geoff ‘Coxy’ Cox is our special guest on the Food Bytes podcast this week. From famously filling in as drummer for the Little River Band to life’s truly serendipitous moments and his enduring love of food, Coxy takes us on a sometimes emotion-charged journey through his a…

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The Black Widow by John Glasby 1:07:55

3M ago1:07:55

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John Stephen Glasby (23 September 1928 – 5 June 2011) was a British author born in East Retford, Nottinghamshire. Trained as a research chemist and mathematician, Glasby's early career saw him balancing his scientific pursuits with a burgeoning passion for writing. His literary journey began in the 1950s and 1960s, during which he emerged as a prol…

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Tania Zaetta 29:09

2M ago29:09

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From Who Dares Wins to the Aussie version of Baywatch, actor and presenter Tania Zaetta has for years been a much-loved and familiar presence on our TV screens, and we’re stoked to have her as our special guest on the Food Bytes podcast and radio show this week. Dedicated to health and fitness, Tania has always been ahead of the game when it comes …

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The Tarroo-Ushtey by Nigel Kneale 43:48

2M ago43:48

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Nigel Kneale was a highly acclaimed British screenwriter and novelist, best known for his pioneering work in the science fiction genre, particularly the creation of the iconic character Professor Bernard Quatermass. Born on April 28, 1922, in the Isle of Man, Kneale began his career as a journalist before transitioning to writing for radio, televis…

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Brian Cadd 32:10

3M ago32:10

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What is not to love about Brian Cadd? As well as being a bona fide music legend, he’s one of the most down to earth blokes you’ll ever meet, and we’re so excited to have Caddy as our special guest on the Food Bytes podcast this week. We chat to him about everything from singing, songwriting and ‘little rays of sunshine,” to his penchant for a good …

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The Shadow on The Moor by Stuart Strauss 1:15:17

3M ago1:15:17

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Stuart Strauss remains an enigmatic figure in the world of weird fiction, with scant information available about his life. He is known for a limited body of work, including "The Shadow on The Moor" (1928), "The Soul Tube" (1928), and "The Clenched Hand" (1934). The use of a pseudonym and language suggesting potential unfamiliarity with British cult…

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Greg Page 30:50

3M ago30:50

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This week our special Food Bytes guest is none other than the original yellow Wiggle, Greg Page. Greg – who suffered a cardiac arrest in 2020 – is a leading advocate for heart health through his Australian charity Heart of the Nation. We chat to Greg about what we can do improve survival rates. We also reminisce about his wonderful days with The Wi…

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Wake Not The Dead by Ernst Raupach 1:41:33

3M ago1:41:33

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Ernst Benjamin Salomo Raupach, born on May 21, 1784, in Straupitz, Silesia, was a prominent German dramatist of the 19th century. His literary career was marked by a diverse range of works, and his influence extended beyond his homeland. After studying theology in Halle, Raupach ventured to St Petersburg in 1804, where he immersed himself in variou…

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Tony Bonner AM 38:49

3M ago38:49

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This week, we are truly privileged to welcome Tony Bonner AM as our guest on the Food Bytes podcast. The Australian actor – who recently celebrated his 80th birthday – talks candidly about why he never expected to reach the milestone From Anzacs to Quigley Down Under, Tony regales us with stories of his acting career, including once being considere…

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The Beast In The Cave by H. P. Lovecraft 54:14

3M ago54:14

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This is a reading of H. P. Lovecraft's The Beast In The Cave. "The Beast in the Cave" is a short story written by H. P. Lovecraft, a famous American horror fiction writer. He first came up with the initial version in the Spring of 1904, and by April 1905, at the age of fourteen, he completed the final draft. The story was initially published in Jun…

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Greg Chappell 37:12

4M ago37:12

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Former Australian cricket captain Greg Chappell was the pre-eminent batsman of his time, representing Australia in 87 Tests and 74 one day internationals. This week, Greg joins us on the Food Bytes podcast and proves to be one of our most fascinating guests to date. Greg talks candidly about the highs and lows of his cricket career, including the i…

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Three Miles Up by Elizabeth Jane Howard 1:06:14

3M ago1:06:14

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Elizabeth Jane Howard, born on March 26, 1923, in London, England, was a distinguished English novelist known for her versatile literary contributions. Howard began her career as an actress and model before venturing into writing in 1947. Throughout her prolific career, she penned 12 novels, with her most acclaimed work being the five-volume family…

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Jimmy Cupples 32:15

4M ago32:15

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Singer and songwriter Jimmy Cupples is one of Australia’s biggest rock voices, and he’s our special guest on the Food Bytes podcast this week. The very engaging Jimmy waxes lyrical about everything from Scottish stews to sherbet lollies, gives us a thoroughly entertaining account of his appearance on The Voice and chats to us about what he’s up to …

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The Second Passenger by Basil Copper 39:30

4M ago39:30

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Basil Copper, born on February 5, 1924, in London, and passing away on April 3, 2013, was an English writer who initially pursued a career in journalism and newspaper editing before transitioning to full-time authorship in 1970. Beyond his literary pursuits, Copper cultivated diverse interests, including swimming, gardening, travel, sailing, and co…

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Bill McDonough 31:03

4M ago31:03

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Bill McDonough is known and loved as a member of the iconic rock band Australian Crawl, and we are stoked to have him as our guest on the Food Bytes podcast this week. Bill recently released his compelling memoir, Sons of Beaches. He talks to us candidly about life, tragedy, band politics, his horrendous health scare, fractured relationships – and …

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The Premonition by Lewis Darley 1:19:29

4M ago1:19:29

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Lewis Darley is a copywriter and illustrator living in Nottingham. He contacted me early in 2023 about an animated film he was making for his story The Premonition. This horror story is set in Bristol around 8 years ago. We agreed, I would record the audio and he would then do the long, hard work of animating the film. I said that I thought listene…

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Peter Phelps 31:04

4M ago31:04

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Aussie actor, writer and singer Peter Phelps is a very familiar face, and he’s our first guest for 2024 on the Food Bytes podcast. As we chat about his hugely successful career in both TV and feature films, Peter reflects on his days in shows like The Restless Years, Sons and Daughters and Stingers, and shares with us the fascinating tale of how he…

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The Red Lodge by H R Wakefield 51:10

4M ago51:10

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Herbert Russell Wakefield (1888 – 2 August 1964) was a distinguished English writer known for his multifaceted contributions to literature. Born in Sandgate, Kent, he was the third child of Henry Russell Wakefield, a clergyman who later became the bishop of Birmingham. Educated at Marlborough College and University College, Oxford, Wakefield exhibi…

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The Irtonwood Ghost by Elinor Glyn 1:00:10

4M ago1:00:10

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Elinor Glyn, born Elinor Sutherland on October 17, 1864, in Jersey, Channel Islands, was a prominent English novelist and scriptwriter during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She belonged to a wealthy and well-connected family, and her early life was marked by privilege and education. Glyn began her literary career with the publication of he…

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The Story Of The Goblins Who Stole A Sexton by Charles Dickens 32:29

4M ago32:29

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Certainly! "The Story of the Goblins Who Stole a Sexton" is a short story written by Charles Dickens as part of his collection titled "The Pickwick Papers." The narrative follows Gabriel Grub, a grumpy and ill-tempered sexton (grave digger) in a small village. Gabriel despises Christmas and all its festivities, choosing instead to revel in his soli…

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A Strange Christmas Game by Charlotte Riddell 49:14

5M ago49:14

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Charlotte Riddell, born Charlotte Cowan in 1832, was a prolific and accomplished British writer during the Victorian era. She was recognized for her contributions to the literary landscape, particularly in the genres of Gothic fiction and supernatural tales. Riddell began her writing career in the mid-19th century, initially publishing under the ps…

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Bone to His Bone by E. G. Swain 44:26

5M ago44:26

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Edmund Gill Swain, born on the 19th of February 1861 in Stockport, Cheshire, was a respected English cleric and author known for his contributions to the ghost story genre. Educated at Manchester Grammar School and Emmanuel College, Cambridge, Swain pursued Natural Sciences. Ordained as a deacon in 1885 and a priest in 1886 at Rochester, he served …

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Jane Holmes 29:32

5M ago29:32

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What a delightful way to finish 2023 with well known and loved radio personality Jane Holmes. Is Jane as skilled in the kitchen as she has been on the radio during her illustrious career? What have been the highlights and what has she got planned for the future? All these questions and more answered in this very engaging chat. And the food poll put…

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Couching At The Door by D K Broster 1:44:00

5M ago1:44:00

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Dorothy Kathleen Broster, known by her pen name D.K. Broster, stands as a notable but often overlooked figure in literature, recognized for her exceptional talent in crafting short horror stories. Despite her relative obscurity in contemporary discussions, her contributions to the genre, particularly with works like "Couching at the Door," showcase…

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Bernard Curry 31:03

5M ago31:03

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He’s currently appearing in the second season of A Christmas Carol at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre, and actor Bernard Curry is full of the festive spirit as he joins us on the Food Bytes podcast this week. We learn that Bernard certainly knows his way around a kitchen! We also chat about everything from life growing up as one of five siblings in the …

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The Gardener by E F Benson 54:07

5M ago54:07

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Hugh and Margaret Grainger rent a lovely old house near a golf course. At the bottom of the garden is a mysterious, well-kept thatched cottage that appears unoccupied. However, a visitor senses a strange presence within and occasionally sees lights or figures inside. Margaret, fascinated with communicating via planchette, starts receiving odd messa…

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Judy Nunn 27:11

6M ago27:11

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Renowned Australian author and actor Judy Nunn is our wonderful guest on the Food Bytes podcast this week. We chat to Judy about her latest book, Black Sheep. There’s one in every family! We also talk about food, Judy’s life as a writer, the theatre and her thirteen years playing Ailsa on the long running Aussie TV soap Home and Away. And this week…

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The Horror Under Penmire by Adrian Cole 1:17:52

5M ago1:17:52

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Adrian Christopher Synnot Cole, the celebrated British author, was born in Plymouth, England, on July 22, 1949. His early years were shaped by a family sojourn in Malaya due to his father's military service, which instilled in him a passion for the fantasy and science fiction genres. Influenced by literary classics like Tarzan and King Solomon's Mi…

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Alison Whyte 32:08

6M ago32:08

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We have another truly delightful guest in Alison Whyte joining us on the Food Bytes podcast this week. Known for her acting roles in TV series including Frontline and Satisfaction, Alison says the kitchen is the hub of her family’s home. As well as sharing with us her adventures of building substantial salads and baking her own sourdough bread, Ali…

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