For this episode, I’ve taken a bit of a side track but a very important one. My guests are Ron Finkel AO and Dr Jamal Rifi AM of Project Rozana, an Australian founded, international NGO that delivers on ground emergency and critical health care to Palestinians, particularly children, in the West Bank, Jerusalem and Gaza but crucially, through joint…

My guest this week is Professor Sharon Sullivan AO. At 80 years old, Professor Sullivan, remains an intellectual firebrand. She continues to bring energy and commitment to not only protecting Australia’s cultural landscapes but educating the broader global public of their enormous cultural value. Professor Sullivan, has had a distinguished career i…

Denis Rose is a highly respected Gunditjmara man. As far as we know, he was the first Indigenous person ever employed as a a National Park Ranger. Over a lifelong career, he has played a catalytic role in developing the Indigenous Protected Area Program and continues to work, to both manage country and improve the lives of all Indigenous people. We…

In this first episode, I speak with Dermot Smyth, a cultural ecologist who helped establish the first, independent, Indigenous ranger program on Palm Island, Queensland in 1983. We discuss the challenges First Nations people faced and the evolution of both the Indigenous ranger and Indigenous protected area programs. From its humble beginnings, to …

Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen almost went on a blind date once. But that near-miss romance eventually turned into a decades long friendship where they’ve traveled the world, helped each other in their careers, hosted NYE coverage on CNN together and now get to commiserate over being fathers late in life. Sources https://people.com/tv/anderson-coop…

When Nick Kroll was running auditions for his college improv group, a young John Mulaney showed up and has been in Kroll's life ever since. LINKS: https://www.nickiswift.com/373495/the-truth-about-john-mulaney-and-nick-krolls-friendship/ https://time.com/4675663/nick-kroll-john-mulaney-spirits-awards-interview/ https://www.buzzfeed.com/annehelenpet…

Andy Kaufman & Bob Zmuda's friendship showed that two friends dedicated to a singular vision can shake the world's concept of reality and truth, in this case, with hilarious results. LINKS Andy Kaufman on SNL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yxp23Gkvn9g Andy Kaufman Elvis Impression: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9kpBzUQHYtM Andy Kaufman and Jerr…

Dave Grohl & Taylor Hawkins were bandmates and best friends. Taylor's death in the spring of 2022 had a profound effect on Grohl, who shared his grief with the world through cathartic memorial concerts for Hawkins at Wembley Stadium and The Forum featuring friends and family also processing grief. LINKS: https://www.thethings.com/dave-grohl-and-tay…

We asked the Chat GPT AI a bunch of questions about friendship for humans and robots. Here's what it said. FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwohl Instagram: http://instagram.com/brianwohl Facebook: http://facebook.com/brianwohl Marc Muszynski: Twitter: http://twitter.com/marcmuszynski Instagram: http://instagram.com/marcmuszyn…

Christina Ricci & Gaby Hoffman bonded while filming "Now And Then" and have kept their friendship going for 27 years. LINKS: https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2022/06/christina-ricci-gaby-hoffmann-reunited-awards-insider https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/walking-and-talking-with-gaby-hoffman-as-an-actress-vanity-is-your-enemy/2016/03/24/e…

In the spirit of the holiday season, Marc chats with Brian about how to get gifts for your friends that they will actually enjoy. FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwohl Instagram: http://instagram.com/brianwohl Facebook: http://facebook.com/brianwohl Marc Muszynski: Twitter: http://twitter.com/marcmuszynski Instagram: http://i…

Stanley Tucci & Colin Firth first bonded on the set of HBO's "Conspiracy" and their 20+ year friendship has grown stronger through sharing tragedies, successes, vacations, work, and dinners together. LINKS: https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2021/01/stanley-tucci-colin-firth-supernova https://youtu.be/8JW_UWUPEg8 https://people.com/movies/stanley…

Marc & Brian return from having a baby and honeymooning, respectively, to check in with one another and Brian shares his experiences making friends in other countries. FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwohl Instagram: http://instagram.com/brianwohl Facebook: http://facebook.com/brianwohl Marc Muszynski: Twitter: http://twitter…

Miles Davis hired John Coltrane for a national tour in 1955. On the road, the two bonded over their mutual passion for music and an almost fanatical desire to push the art form forward. Miles's unconventional approach gave Coltrane an opportunity to refine his burgeoning sound, and together they made some of the most seminal jazz albums of all time…

Gene Simmons & Paul Stanley's ability to recognize the limitations and strengths in one another has helped their 50+ year friendship and their band, KISS, thrive. Links/Research: KISSTORY on History Channel https://rockpasta.com/the-1-secret-to-being-friends-with-gene-simmons-just-do-what-paul-stanley-does/ https://metalheadzone.com/kiss-paul-stanl…

Rhett & Link's friendship began in Ms. Locklear's first grade class and has grown into a business partnership that has made the two friends some of the most successful "Intertainers" over the past fifteen years. https://www.youtube.com/GoodMythicalMorning FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwohl Instagram: http://instagram.com/b…

Michael Jackson & Macaulay Culkin bonded over mutual feelings of being isolated due to their early fame and their friendship lives on through Macaulay's friendship with Paris Jackson. LINKS: https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/a30782546/macaulay-culkin-michael-jackson-relationship-friendship-details/ https://www.smoothradio.com/artists/michael-ja…

One of Michael Jackson's most famous friends was his pet chimpanzee Bubbles. The two of them shared a bedroom, shared outfits, even shared tea with the Mayor of Osaka. Their bond was even memorialized by artist Jeff Koons. FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwohl Instagram: http://instagram.com/brianwohl Facebook: http://faceboo…

FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwohl Instagram: http://instagram.com/brianwohl Facebook: http://facebook.com/brianwohl Marc Muszynski: Twitter: http://twitter.com/marcmuszynski Instagram: http://instagram.com/marcmuszynski Facebook: http://facebook.com/marcmuszynski My Favorite Friendship: Facebook: http://facebook.com/myfav…

Michael Jackson and Elizabeth Taylor initially bonded through shared childhood trauma and their friendship continued to grow through their deaths as both friends are buried near one another in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3730304/Intimate-secrets-Elizabeth-Taylor-Michael-Jackson-s-relationship-revealed.html ht…

FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwohl Instagram: http://instagram.com/brianwohl Facebook: http://facebook.com/brianwohl Marc Muszynski: Twitter: http://twitter.com/marcmuszynski Instagram: http://instagram.com/marcmuszynski Facebook: http://facebook.com/marcmuszynski My Favorite Friendship: Facebook: http://facebook.com/myfav…

Elton John and Bernie Taupin's partnership has generated some of the most beloved songs of all-time while balancing Taupin's privacy and Elton's iconic public image. https://people.com/music/bernie-taupin-elton-john-partnership-early-days-interview/ https://www.biography.com/news/elton-john-bernie-taupin https://time.com/5598308/bernie-taupin-rocke…

FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwohl Instagram: http://instagram.com/brianwohl Facebook: http://facebook.com/brianwohl Marc Muszynski: Twitter: http://twitter.com/marcmuszynski Instagram: http://instagram.com/marcmuszynski Facebook: http://facebook.com/marcmuszynski My Favorite Friendship: Facebook: http://facebook.com/myfav…

After Marc spent five days as a houseguest, he and Brian chat about what makes a good houseguest and what makes a great host. FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwohl Instagram: http://instagram.com/brianwohl Facebook: http://facebook.com/brianwohl Marc Muszynski: Twitter: http://twitter.com/marcmuszynski Instagram: http://insta…

Jane Fonda & Lily Tomlin's 40+ years of friendship has placed the two icons on the big screen, Netflix, and even in jail together. Links/Research: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSercnrqeN4&ab_channel=TED https://www.insider.com/lily-tomlin-jane-fonda-friendship-timeline#:~:text=Jane%20Fonda%20and%20Lily%20Tomlin's%20four%2Ddecade%20friendship%20b…

Kevin Smith and Jason Mewes met in their hometown in New Jersey and stayed close through four decades of personal and professional highs and lows. Smith's movies and their iconic characters of Jay and Silent Bob left an indelible mark on pop culture. FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwohl Instagram: http://instagram.com/brianw…

John Belushi & Dan Aykroyd's friendship started with "love at first sight" when Belushi visited Second City Toronto. The two legendary comedians remained inseparable until John's accidental death in 1982. RESEARCH/LINKS: https://classic.esquire.com/article/1982/12/1/aykroyd-and-belushi-the-best-of-friends "Wired: The Short Life & Fast Times of John…

Zach Braff & Donald Faison became friends working together on "Scrubs" & strengthened their friendship during the pandemic by starting a podcast called "Fake Doctors, Real Friends". FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwohl Instagram: http://instagram.com/brianwohl Facebook: http://facebook.com/brianwohl Marc Muszynski: Twitter: …

Ewan McGregor & Charley Boorman's friendship, humor, and persistence shines on their motorcycle adventures in "Long Way Round", "Long Way Down," & "Long Way Up". Research/Links: https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2020/10/long-way-up-charley-boorman-ewan-mcgregor https://www.newsweek.com/ewan-mcgregor-charley-boorman-ride-future-electric-harleys-l…

After Jim Henson hired Frank Oz as the Henson's first employee, they grew to become one of the most famous comic duos of all time and wonderful friends. FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwohl Instagram: http://instagram.com/brianwohl Facebook: http://facebook.com/brianwohl Marc Muszynski: Twitter: http://twitter.com/marcmuszyn…

The multi-billion dollar industry that is fantasy sports was created by a group of magazine editors & writers (friends) Daniel Okrent, Lee Eisenberg, Valerie Salembier, Glen Waggoner, Peter Gethers, & Bruce McCall: The Rotisserie Baseball League. LINKS/SOURCES: ESPN 30 for 30: "Silly Little Game" on Disney+ http://www.thepostgame.com/blog/fantasy-l…

Marc & Brian choose their ultimate friend group from the friendships we've covered over the past 100 episodes of "My Favorite Friendship". FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwohl Instagram: http://instagram.com/brianwohl Facebook: http://facebook.com/brianwohl Marc Muszynski: Twitter: http://twitter.com/marcmuszynski Instagram:…

Natasha Lyonne & Chloe Sevigny turned a chance meeting at a barbecue in New York into a 25-year friendship that has produced 4 films and the newest season of "Russian Doll" on Netflix. LINKS https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2022/04/11/in-russian-doll-natasha-lyonne-barrels-into-the-past https://www.vogue.co.uk/news/article/chloe-sevigny-natasha-l…

Garry Shandling changed comedy forever, and then still found the time to take up-and-coming comedians under his wing. His relationship with Judd Apatow helped Judd find his voice, and Judd told Garry's story to make sure his contributions weren't forgotten. LINKS The Zen Diaries of Gary Shandling on HBO Max https://www.npr.org/2019/11/11/778130375/…

Cheech Marin & Tommy Chong's 40+ years of friendship fueled by laughs, weed, and music has survived success, creative differences, financial disputes, and even jail time while making helpful friends along the way. LINKS: https://www.grunge.com/320374/a-look-into-cheech-marin-and-tommy-chongs-relationship/ http://www.wtfpod.com/podcast/episodes/epis…

Kristen Wiig and Annie Mumolo discovered their comedic kinship when they met at the Groundlings theater in LA. But what started as a creative collaboration grew into a lifelong friendship, and their brilliant minds gave us Bridesmaids, Barb and Star and so much more. LINKS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2njtw_1m-_Q https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=…

Will Ferrell & Adam McKay bonded while working together on Saturday Night Live and became the most powerful force in comedy over the last 20 years - founding Gary Sanchez Productions, Gloria Sanchez Productions, and "Funny Or Die" before the two had a falling out over "Winning Time" on HBO. NOTES/LINKS: https://deadline.com/2021/12/adam-mckay-detai…

Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls (Notorious B.I.G.) were close friends and confidantes. But their relationship turned sour after 2Pac was robbed at gunpoint and he suspected Biggie was involved. Their feud quickly divided the entire hip-hop scene into the East Coast vs. West Coast rivalry that dominated the late 90s, and led to the murders of both Tu…

Irish existentialist Samuel Beckett was given his first opportunity to be published through James Joyce but after becoming famous, Beckett retreated to the French countryside where he gave a young Andre The Giant rides to school. LINKS http://www.ricorso.net/rx/az-data/authors/b/Beckett_S/xtras/xtra6.htm https://lithub.com/did-you-know-samuel-becke…

Marc & Brian pull from personal experiences & modern etiquette sites to figure out how to be a great guest at a friend's wedding. https://www.theknot.com/content/how-to-be-a-great-wedding-guest https://www.brides.com/gallery/wedding-etiquette-tips-for-brides-wedding-guest-etiquette FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwohl Instag…

Leo Tolstoy's philosophy of universal love and nonviolent resistance inspired a young Gandhi as he formed his own philosophy and mission to liberate India. LINKS http://www.asthabharati.org/Dia_Oct%20010/y.p..htm#:~:text=Gandhi%20was%20inspired%20by%20Tolstoy,duty%20and%20right%20to%20work. FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwo…

"Jackass" is known for its stunts, humor, and the friendship between its unique stars - Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, Bam Margera, Chris Pontius & director Jeff Tremaine. LINKS: https://www.hola.com/us/celebrities/20220201309122/jackass-forever-friendship-exclusive-interview/ https://www.vogue.com/article/jackass-i-want-what-they-have-friendship-editi…

After meeting in bar mitzvah class at 12 years old, Seth Rogan and Evan Goldberg started writing their first movie, which would eventually become Superbad. Along the way, they started their entertainment careers and formed a lifelong partnership and production company. They even got to make This Is the End and cast all their real-life friends to pl…

From dictionaries to scientists to philosophers, Brian and Marc dissect different definitions of friendship to determine what elements actually make a friendship in 2022. FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwohl Instagram: http://instagram.com/brianwohl Facebook: http://facebook.com/brianwohl Marc Muszynski: Twitter: http://twit…

The friendship of Muhammad Ali & Malcolm X expanded Ali's vision for what he could do with his platform as an athlete as he spoke out against the Vietnam War. Links: https://www.biography.com/news/muhammad-ali-malcolm-x-relationship https://www.biography.com/news/one-night-in-miami-true-story https://www.npr.org/sections/codeswitch/2016/02/25/46724…

Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield went from Olympic training buddies to such bitter rivals that Tyson bit part of Holyfield's ear off. But now they're chill. Find out how that happened! LINKS: https://www.sportskeeda.com/mma/news-are-mike-tyson-evander-holyfield-friends https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2qwMbf2hts https://www.sportskeeda.com/mma/news…

Alexander Graham Bell recommended Helen Keller's family to the school that provided Anne Sullivan, and Helen Keller's miraculous breakthrough and later celebrity helped bring attention and funding to Alexander Graham Bell's lifelong work with Deaf education. But beyond all that, they had a warm decades-long friendship. LINKS: https://www.biography.…

While in Memphis, Harry Caray received a phone call from a fan that he never expected: Elvis Presley. The two struck up an immediate friendship bonding over baseball, booze, and barbecue. LINKS: https://www.mlb.com/cut4/elvis-presley-and-harry-caray-hang-out-eat-ribs-together-in-graceland-c163533436 https://www.chicagonow.com/hot-dog-diaries/2019/0…

Seth Green & Breckin Meyer's friendship has weathered high school, competing for the role of Scott in "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery", and creating Robot Chicken and Stoopid Buddy Studios. LINKS: https://youtu.be/irv-KA7eOTQ https://www.ign.com/articles/2007/07/05/exclusive-breckin-meyer-talks-robot-chicken FOLLOW US: Brian Wohl: Twit…

Simon Cowell plucked five teenagers, Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik, from obscurity and created the biggest boy band of the social media age. And those five kids had to grow up, find themselves and try to find each other, all while projecting the image of a close-knit crew of best friends. LINKS: https://www.i…