Best Centre Trail History Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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400 - Balancing Heritage And Progress With The Adelaide Lord Mayor 51:15

2h ago51:15

51:15

Welcome to the landmark 400th episode of The Adelaide Show! This week, we’re celebrating a significant milestone with a special guest, Lord Mayor, Dr Jane Lomax-Smith AM. Our discussion delves into the challenges and opportunities of balancing heritage preservation with modern development in Adelaide, especially in the face of growing pressures to …

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399 - The Inaugural South Australian Gin Showdown 54:25

9h ago54:25

54:25

Welcome to episode 399 of “The Adelaide Show”, where spirits soar as high as our conversations dive deep! This episode is a playful showdown between Port Adelaide’s finest, Michelle and Michael, and Adelaide Football Club’s spirited duo, Tina and Alexis. Join us as they taste and spar over the Carn The Pear Gin from Never Never Distilling Co and Th…

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398 - Baking a Difference: Car 13 The Bakers on the SA Variety Bash Trail 56:00

1d ago56:00

56:00

Hello and welcome to the episode we are referring to, internally, as "Rolling Dough and Raising Spirits" or should that be "Raising Dough and Rolling Spirits"? It's about The SA Variety Bash which is underway today, the day we are releasing this episode (10th August 2024), and the main interview was recorded inside Car 13 The Bakers, which my compa…

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Wexford Garden Trails Podcast - Promo 1:36

21d ago1:36

1:36

Welcome to “The Garden Trails of Wexford” podcast series, part of our #findyourtrail campaign. This series is all about giving you a closer look at the amazing gardens that make Wexford a special destination. Each episode dives into the unique features, fascinating stories, and the love and care that go into each garden on our trail. Join us as we …

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397 - Chris Pitman On Shore Break 1:22:18

15d ago1:22:18

1:22:18

In this episode, we explore the textured life and inspirations of Chris Pitman, a South Australian actor and playwright. Chris discusses the upcoming season of his one-man show "Shore Break," at the Adelaide Festival Centre. The play, inspired by his encounters with societal "isolates" along the coast, delves into the poignant narratives of those l…

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Orchard Park Gardens 6:29

21d ago6:29

6:29

Orchard Park Gardens are set in the sunny southeast just three miles from Rosslare Europort and one mile from Tagoat village. Lovingly tended to for over 55 years by the owners, the garden has been described as one of the most eclectic, fascinating and interesting gardens in the southeast. Along with mature trees and shrubs, a well-stocked pond wit…

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Coolaught Gardens & Garden Centre 9:30

25d ago9:30

9:30

This 2.5 acre country farmhouse garden has borders which blend old favourites and new introductions in an informal atmosphere. Pathways lead through the front garden, rose pergola and laburnaum archway, a richly under-planted orchard, Egyptian garden and finally a woodland garden with many rare trees and shrubs. In spring the lawn becomes a crocus …

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Wexford Lavender Farm 7:25

25d ago7:25

7:25

Wexford Lavender Farm is Ireland’s first dedicated Lavender Farm. There are four acres of Lavender planted across two fields with over 5,000 plants and three different varieties. See the fields in glorious full bloom from late June to early September.By Visit Wexford

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Glenavon Japanese Gardens 7:54

19d ago7:54

7:54

This one acre garden, created over ten years ago on the challenging Macemore soil, depicts the four seasons and is centred round a beautifully recreated Japanese pavilion. Stone lanterns, statues and other features accentuate this theme and a Liquidambar flanks one of the perimeters. There is also a craft shop to visit while you are there.…

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Johnstown Castle 10:55

25d ago10:55

10:55

Johnstown Castle was built by the Esmonde family who came to Wexford in 1169. It was then acquired by the Grogan family who developed the castle, grounds, lakes and estate. The walled gardens and hothouses, covering 4 acres, were originally laid out between 1844 -1851 and retain their early design today. Pathways meander through the grounds, the wo…

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Wells House & Gardens 10:11

25d ago10:11

10:11

This Victorian house is steeped in history. The house is a stunning example of renowned architect Daniel Robertson’s style, famed for his work in Powerscourt and Johnstown Castle. Relax in our beautifully restored formal gardens; discover hidden treasures in a verdant landscape of mature plants and trees. An impressive entrance that showcases the h…

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Beechdale Garden Centre 11:47

25d ago11:47

11:47

Beechdale Garden Centre and the Wildflower Cafe are passionate about plants and food. Located in an attractive rural setting, Beechdale has a reputation for offering an extensive range of unusual plants, specialising in roses. All the mouth-watering foodBy Visit Wexford

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Springmount Garden Centre 12:30

25d ago12:30

12:30

Springmount Garden Centre, the perfect venue for plant lovers, offers a great range of plants, trees, fruit and vegetables. Helpful, knowledgeable staff are on hand to provide advice both in the garden centre and in the garden shop where there is an extensive range of home and giftware. Many creative events and demos for children and adults take pl…

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Rosslare Harbour Village Park and Gardens 8:51

25d ago8:51

8:51

Rosslare Harbour Village Park and Gardens (Kirwans Garden) Set in 4.4 acres of beautiful and well maintained community gardens, the Village Park consists of 5 discreet areas interconnected and characterised by attractive formal gardens and some very informal biodiverse areas that are a delight to explore. The gardens are developed from reclaimed la…

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John F. Kennedy Arboretum 14:06

25d ago14:06

14:06

John F. Kennedy Arboretum is dedicated to the memory of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, 35th President of the United States of America. It consists of 623 acres including 4,500 types of trees and shrubs, 200 forest plots, rhododendrons and dwarf conifers. Attractions include exhibitions, guided tours, signposted walks, lake, café and a playground with pic…

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396 - South Australian Storytellers 1:23:17

1M ago1:23:17

1:23:17

We’re thrilled to bring you a unique blend of conversation and music. Uncle Ken Jones from the Boandik community is here to talk about his deep connection to country and his incredible life stories, all from the heart of the Limestone Coast. And we’ve got John Schumann, whose songs capture the Aussie spirit in ways that stick with you long after th…

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395 - Redgum-flavoured Mid Year South Australian Politics Pulse Check 1:14:54

2M ago1:14:54

1:14:54

You'll be sitting in on a unique and eclectic political analysis with our in-house pollster, Robert Godden. Inspired by the poignant lyrics of Redgum, we'll dissect the mood of the electorate and explore burning issues from nuclear energy debates to the controversies of political donations and the ongoing strain on South Australia's hospital system…

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394 - Sherlock Holmes And His Adelaide Connections 1:28:06

3M ago1:28:06

1:28:06

How do you find someone to talk about Sherlock Holmes and his Adelaide connections? You talk to ABC Adelaide – it’s elementary, Dear Watson, and it’s how I connected with today’s guest, Peter Dunn. The SA Drink Of The Week this week is an award winning Galway Pipe Tawny Port. And in the Musical Pilgrimage, we feature the new album by Professor Flin…

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393 - All Aboard The South Australian Tourism Bus With Craig Haslam 1:47:13

4M ago1:47:13

1:47:13

Come on a journey into the world of sustainable tourism with Craig Haslam, a pioneer in enhancing South Australia's environmental and tourist landscapes. Discover how Craig's company, Untamed Escapes, is setting new standards in eco-tourism and hear about his advocacy for the region, along with his belief in how the foundation of all good tourism i…

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392 - Leadership Drought: A Call to Wine Australia Amid Small And Family Winery Despair 2:08:46

4M ago2:08:46

2:08:46

Whether you drink a little bit of South Australian wine, or a lot, your decisions about what you buy and where you buy it from, make a big difference. We sit with three passionate people from the wine industry, today, and they have some tales of woe to share, some stories about labour of love they all carry out, and some messages to those of us who…

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391 - Navigating Adelaide with Disabilities Amid Well-Intentioned Interventions 1:06:43

5M ago1:06:43

1:06:43

In this important episode, we delve into the complexities of living with disabilities in Adelaide, set against the backdrop of the city's ongoing efforts towards inclusivity. Our guests, including David Olney, Jorja Denton, and insights from Clair Crowley of the Strong & Capable Co-operative, share their lived experiences navigating well-intended u…

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390 - Protecting Native Plants From Kangaroos In The Adelaide Hills 55:08

6M ago55:08

55:08

James Rolevink and his wife, Rai, received just under $30,000 to look after vegetation on their Forreston property. That money was a small slice of the $1.3 million paid out to private landowners late last year as part of the State Government's Native Vegetation Heritate Agreement program. James has a legally-binding agreement to look after specifi…

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389 - The Economic Weather Forecast For Adelaide 47:30

6M ago47:30

47:30

It’s estimated that half of all Australians are now living from payday to payday, with no money saved up for emergencies. And yet last weekend’s opening of the Fringe saw record, pre-covid levels of people on the streets of Adelaide. We will get stuck into these seeming contradictions with our special guest, Jordon Tomopoulos from the Adelaide Econ…

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388 - Not Her Last Christmas: Calling On Men To Call Out Domestic Violence 50:53

8M ago50:53

50:53

WARNING: This episode covers the disturbing topic of domestic violence. If you need help immediately, call 000. Don’t Be That Guy, Monday-Friday, 2pm – 7pm, call 1300 24 34 13. 1800 Respect National Helpline, call 1800 737 732 Women’s Crisis Line, call 1800 811 811 Men’s Referral Service, call 1300 766 491 Lifeline, call 131 114 Something has snapp…

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387 - Sweet Home Adelaide Songs 1:35:59

10M ago1:35:59

1:35:59

Sweet Songs is a collaboration between Doctor D and Fergus Maximus, multi-award-winning songwriters based in Adelaide. They first worked together in the sell-out Adelaide 2021 Fringe Show SWT_HM_ADL. Since then they have been delighting audiences with their music, stories and amiable on-stage personas. Their debut album Back in ADL is out now and y…

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386 - Remembering Beyond Remembrance Day 1:32:37

10M ago1:32:37

1:32:37

We have two Australian Army veterans as our special guests this episode. The first is the Vice President of the RSL in South Australia, and President of the Magill RSL Sub Branch, Retired Major Meredith Burgess. Apart from being a mechanic for the Australian Defence Force, she became and Officer and spent much of her career in the role of Quarterma…

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385 - Davine Intervention In Adelaide Theatre 1:45:41

11M ago1:45:41

1:45:41

This year, Davine Productions turns 10 years old and is celebrating with a production of the musical, A New Brain. The brain, heart, and sould behind Davine Productions is David Gauci, and he's our guest today. The SA Drink Of The Week in from Yalumba - The Signature. This is partly because the wine is superb but also because Yalumba has long been …

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384 - The Voice And The Voices: From The Referendum To Community Friday Nights At Kanmantoo 1:48:23

11M ago1:48:23

1:48:23

It's interesting that Australia is poised to vote on giving First Nationsl people a voice to parliament, but for many of us we are not familiar with the voices around us. How many of us know our neighbours or interact regularly with people in our community, stopping for a chat and a shared experience? In this episode, our political pundit, Robert G…

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383 - Adelaide Remembers With Don Violi 1:41:22

11M ago1:41:22

1:41:22

We round off our month of Tuesdays to mark 10 years of The Adelaide Show with a nostalgia panel, featuring Colin Richard, Brett Monten, and one of our most loved guests, Don Violi - hairdresser to the stars! Much is covered and discussed, from the emergence of Rundle Mall to the making of Sunday Too Far Away, from Bazz and Pilko causing mayhem at 5…

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382 - The Adelaide Show Nigel Style With John Schumann 1:56:14

12M ago1:56:14

1:56:14

During the second year of The Adelaide Show podcast, the lineup transitions from a trio of hosts to an interview format with one main guest and two hosts. Nigel Dobson became the permanent co-host, along with Steve Davis. In this time, the podcast had some wonderful innovations from Nigel, not least of which was the Is It News segment, and a decisi…

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381 - Another Boring Thursday Night In Adelaide 10th Birthday 2:09:52

12M ago2:09:52

2:09:52

The Adelaide Show podcast began in 2013 with a mission: to challenge the notion that Adelaide is boring. This special episode is a reunion of the three founders, Steve Davis, Colin Richard, and Brett Monten. "I remember meeting Colin Richard sharing our frustration at the lazy jokes by comedians on the eastern seaboard about how boring Adelaide was…

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380 - Reflecting On 10 Years Of Adelaide Show Podcast Community With Owen Eastwood 1:05:45

12M ago1:05:45

1:05:45

The Adelaide Show Podcast began life as Another Boring Thursday Night In Adelaide 10 Years Ago Tonight, to mark our 10th birthday, we chat with special guest, Owen Eastwood, who helps us reflect on the deeper theme of Belonging, which is something at the core of what this podcast is all about. This has been a community-focussed endeavour and Owen m…

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Rainer Jozeps In The House With No Books 59:50

1y ago59:50

59:50

Do you have books in your home or workplace? And, perhaps more importantly, do you read any of them? Our guest today, Rainer Jozeps, says the presence of books is a symbol of your curiosity and your interest in engaging with the world (my words). However, that utterance was a small park of a bigger issue he drew attention to in In Review, namely, o…

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378 - Trevor Pomery Retires With Golden North 100 Not Out 1:09:54

1y ago1:09:54

1:09:54

Trevor Pomery has put plenty of snap, crackle, and pop, into the world of FMCG or Fast Moving Consumer Goods - the kinds of products we buy regularly at supermarkets. Today, upon his retirement, we look back on his journey through the supermarket aisles of marketing and get some insights into how THEY make US buy their products, and why we LOVE it.…

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377 - Unearthing Opal Live From Coober Pedy 1:55:02

1y ago1:55:02

1:55:02

Unearthed Australian Opal is set to make opal industry history with an unprecedented event, Unearthing Opal Live. This groundbreaking occasion brings together live opal mining and a simultaneous auction of any rough opal discovered during the event. Taking place on August 2, Unearthing Opal Live will be a thrilling 3.5-hour live stream from an opal…

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376 - From Adelaide To The USA With Love And America Josh 1:30:00

1y ago1:30:00

1:30:00

America celebrated Independence Day earlier this week, on the Fourth of July, so while the spotlight was on the US we thought it would be the perfect time to catch up with New York-based Adelaidean, Josh Pugh aka America Josh, to get a sense of the South Australian expat community in the Big Apple as well as reflect on some comparisons between life…

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375 - Loss, Grief, And Forgiveness: Rosemary Wanganeen On How Indigenous And Non-Indigenous Australians Can Thrive 1:44:37

1y ago1:44:37

1:44:37

How has your understanding of and relationship with Australia Day changed over time? What goes through your mind when you hear a Welcome to Country or Acknowledgment of Country? And what do you think of when you hear the term Aboriginal prosperity? These are just some of the questions touched on in this extended interview with Griefologist, Rosemar…

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374 - This Medical Life And The Andrew Wakefield Fraud 1:09:10

1y ago1:09:10

1:09:10

When Steve Davis is not recording The Adelaide Show Podcast, he's sitting in the co-pilot's chair with Dr Travis Brown as they create This Medical Life, a podcast that explores the history of different diseases and medical conditions, along with the latest insights in understanding and treatment. And what better way to give you a taste that wrappin…

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373 - Cunnos, Comedy, and Micallef with David M Green 1:22:47

1+ y ago1:22:47

1:22:47

When Shaun Micallef pulled up stumps after 10 years of Mad As Hell last year, the writers in the team had to start looking for work. One of those writers, who was part of 13 of the 15 seasons, David M Green, is an Adelaidean whose life has been dedicated to pursuing the craft of comedy. He joins us to share some great insights into writing, the nat…

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372 - How A Green South Australia Can Thrive 1:13:03

1+ y ago1:13:03

1:13:03

Imagine if we had enough housing in South Australia. It is possible, according to entrepreneur and developer, Barrie Harrop, our special guest this week. Barrie has plans afoot for building a tall hotel in Victoria Square out of timber, a quality resort in Whyalla, and housing developments that offer free electricity to occupiers while making best …

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371 - Not For Glory - Australian Women At War With Susan Neuhaus 55:51

1+ y ago55:51

55:51

From the trenches of the Western Front to the ricefields and jungles of South-east Asia, Australian women have served and doctors and medical specialists from World War I until the present day. Not For Glory is a book that tells their stories of adventure, courage, sacrifice and determination as they fought to serve their country… and won. Co-autho…

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370 - Can Wellness Tourism Heal The World? 47:31

1+ y ago47:31

47:31

More than 60 bespoke wellness experiences and events are headlining the 2023 Wellness wander three-day weekend in the Adelaide Hills this coming weekend, March 31-April 2, 2023, so Steve arranged an interview with the event founder, Katherine Droga to not only discuss the event but also the whole topic of wellness tourism. And in the Musical Pilgri…

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369 - The World Of Adelaide Music From Atlas Genius To Hayli 1:27:14

1+ y ago1:27:14

1:27:14

Steven Jeffery from Atlas Genius asked us to listen to music from a new artist, Hayli, who he's convinced will take the world by storm, so Steve agreed. The result is this special episode diving deeply into the story behind the music industry, covering fame, fortune, and the preparation that goes into this career. Plus, we also taste Pirate Life's …

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368 - Adelaide Fringe MBA VS Wankernomics: What's Plagiarism Between Professors? 36:18

1+ y ago36:18

36:18

In 2021, Professor Sebastian Longsword debuted with his Adelaide Fringe MBA in a show called, Lunchtime MBA, in which he promised attendees could come for lunch and leave with an MBA in 60 minutes. Fast forward to 2023, and the blurb for Wankernomics by Charles Firth and James Schloeffel has it described as a 60-minute MBA. Is this plagiarism, is t…

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367 - Greg Fleet Is Torn At The Adelaide Fringe 42:42

1+ y ago42:42

42:42

Greg Fleet returns to the Adelaide Fringe with a new play, A Star Is Torn, so it was a perfect opportunity to spend a little time with him, digging through the arc of comedy during the time of his career, and the art of being brutally transparent about life's challenges on stage. In the Musical Pilgrimage, we have a song by an artist making her Ade…

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366 - Of Droughts And Flooding Rains 1:16:03

1+ y ago1:16:03

1:16:03

In Dorothea Mackellar's poem, My Country, she refers to Australia being a land of droughts and flooding rains. With the River Murray currently flooding many river towns and with people on the land preparing for a summer and its threat of bushfires, we've recording a dual podcast with Belle and Pods from the Adelaide Hills Farmcast. In the Musical P…

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Y Natural. Why Local? 1:44:46

1+ y ago1:44:46

1:44:46

Recently, in an article entitled, Y Natural: The Inner Beauty Of Buying Local When You Say You Will, on his Talked About Marketing website, Steve wrote: "There is a resigned sadness among many small business owners like Barbara Gare from Y Natural, when they hear friends say they believe in buying local but don't actually follow through. As small b…

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2022 South Australian Music Awards 59:47

2y ago59:47

59:47

The South Australian Music Awards is an entirely locally run Awards ceremony, facilitated by not-for-profit Music SA. This is all broken down into three categories of award, Major Awards, Industry Awards and People's Choice Awards. Major and Industry Awards are judged by a panel of South Australian and Australian acclaimed music industry profession…

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363 - Farming Through Drought 50:26

2y ago50:26

50:26

When the opportunity arose to interview Chris Thomas about his time of farming in the mid-north of South Australia during the great drought of 1982, not even flood-damaged roads could stop Steve from travelling to Crystal Brook to record the stories. Meanwhile, a different climate story was celebrated in Adelaide last week; 50 years of Seeley Inter…

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362 - Bay To Birdwood Fringe 28:18

2y ago28:18

28:18

When Steve was invited by Don Violi to go for a nice Sunday drive, he had no idea he was about to create the Bay To Birdwood Fringe episode of The Adelaide Show. With his clothes reeking of car exhaust, he's edited the episode and it is out and available before the sun has even set on the 2022 event. And we move nostalgia into top gear with a new s…

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