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S1 Ep 321Friendly Neighbours, Tedious Lines & Lunch Woes

Nat is on a mission to befriend her neighbours; Food critic Besha Rodell shares her thoughts on standing in line for restaurants; LA-based artist Memo Akten chats about his AI exhibition Distributed Consciousness at ACMI; the team debate appropriate attire to wear in communal areas of one’s building; Photographer Ramak Bamzar talks about the Pro Femina exhibition for Ballarat International Foto Biennale; and comedian Prue Blake brings up the downfalls of lunch. With presenters Monique Sebire, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Sep 21, 20231h 3m

S1 Ep 320Cauliflowers, Atmospheric Horror & Theatrical Infrastructure

Nat’s new fridge has changed her life; Playwright Rebecca Cook combines infrastructure and theatre with her play Congested; Dr. Jen stresses the importance of reading for pleasure; Author Katya de Becerra chats about co-editing the horror anthology This Fresh Hell; the team gets passionate about cauliflowers; and comedian and writer Lawrence Leung discuss educational entertainment in light of ABC’s new series WTFAQ. With presenters Monique Sebire, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Sep 14, 20231h 5m

S1 Ep 319Dreamy Celebs, Party Etiquette & Vintage Lamps

Food expert Michael Harden gives a crash course in dinner party etiquette; Ifrin Fittock, CEO of SisterWorks, talks about the Spectuacular Cultural Festival; Nat has added to her lamp collection; Book lover Fi Wright reviews Lynne Olson’s Empress of the Nile; the team discuss different interactions with celebrities in their dreams; Tech enthusiast Vanessa Toholka describes how Suzanne Vega influenced the MP3 file format; and author Chris Womersley chats about his new book Ordinary Gods and Monsters. With presenters Monique Sebire, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Sep 7, 20231h 15m

S1 Ep 318Old Friends, New Friends and Radio Roaylty - A Radiothon Special

Dr. Jen and Justin ‘Digga’ Calverley talks about what 3RRR means to them; author and activist Tony Birch chats about the importance of access and education; Writer and former Breakfaster Declan Fay and author and playwright Alexandra Collier explains why 3RRR is significant to them; Tom Dowse from English post-punk band Dry Cleaning calls in from overseas to stress the importance of community radio; and 3RRR royalty Geoff King recalls the early days of the station. With presenters Monique Sebire, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Aug 31, 20231h 5m

S1 Ep 317The Long Walk, High Vis & Radiothon 2023

Former AFL-player Michael Long talks about the importance of the charity The Long Walk; the team discuss the nuances between stealing and borrowing; Book enthusiast and publisher Laura Pietrobon reviews The Comforting Weight of Water by Roanna McClelland; Nat has experienced the responsibility that comes with wearing high-vis; Film lover and writer Will Cox shares his thoughts on Canadian drama-comedy Blackberry; Writer Loring Clarke shares stories about her father while talking about her new book Would that be funny? Growing up with John Clarke; and artist Tai Snaith chats about this year’s artwork as Radiothon officially kicks off. With presenters Monique Sebire, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Aug 24, 20231h 15m

S1 Ep 316Edible Flowers, Winter Fashion & House Hunting

Professor Tracy Taylor talks us through women’s professional sport in Australia; Justin ‘Digga’ Calverley shares his favorite edible flowers; Nat is hunting for a new place to live; Dr. Jen explains some of the benefits of short bursts of exercise; The Big Issue editor Amy Hetherington chats about the new Fiction issue; the team discuss appropriate winter fashion; and comedian Urvi Majumdar is adjusting to being alone. With presenters Monique Sebire, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Aug 17, 20231h 11m

S1 Ep 315MONday, Dromana & Whac-A-Mole

Mon is back! Legendary actor Hugo Weaving talks about the MIFF premiere of his latest film The Rooster; Book lover Fi Wright chats about the non-biography Biography of X by Catherine Lacey; Astronomer Benji Metha sheds light on space junk and UFOs; Nat shares her thoughts on the latest trend of throwing stuff on stage; Michael Harden takes us on a food journey to Dromana; Film reviewer Simone Ubaldi has watched Hello Darkness from punk art filmmaker duo Soda Jerk; and comedian Prue Blake is obsessed with Whac-A-Mole. With presenters Monique Sebire, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Aug 10, 20231h 30m

S1 Ep 314Dark Matters, Botulism & Jigsaw Puzzles

Nat has taken an interest in puzzles; actor and director Courtney Stewart talks about her latest project Miss Peony; Justin ‘Digga’ Calverley runs through the checklist for the upcoming gardening season; Tilly Boleyn from Science Gallery Melbourne chats about the new exhibition Dark Matters; the team share their run-ins with doors; Simon ‘Bugman’ Hinkley tells us about the thieves of the insect world; Chunky Move's artistic director Antony Hamilton takes us through his latest project 4/4; and Jonathan Schuster has discovered the link between elevation and botulism. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Aug 3, 20231h 25m

S1 Ep 313The Eighty Six, Barbenheimer & Overlooked Cuisines

Foodie Michael Harden reveals some lesser-known cuisines in Melbourne; Award-winning author Shankari Chandran chats about her book Chai Time at Cinnamon Gardens; Nat reveals some novel ways of increasing our incidental exercise; Broadcaster and festival director Woody McDonald talks about the upcoming Eighty Six Festival; Film reviewer Simone Ubaldi shares her thought on Oppenheimer; Nat got into trouble at the cinema; Book lover Fi Wright reviews Anna Funder’s Wifedom; Mrs. Orwell’s Invisible Life; and director Dean Bryant talks about comedy musical Bloom at Melbourne Theatre Company. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Jul 27, 20231h 27m

S1 Ep 312Cosy Birds, Winter Wattles & the Anthropocene Epoch

Birdman Sean Dooley reveals how birds stay warm during the winter months; Now or Never Festival’s artistic director Elise Peyronnet discuss this year’s program; Nat provides a conclusion to the postcard saga; Justin ‘Digga’ Calverly chats about winter wattles; Film critic Vyshnavee Wijekumar reviews the highly anticipated Barbie movie; Dr. Jen examines the tense topic of naming a new Epoch; Architect David Brand walks us though the historic flats of St Kilda; the team ponder on the legal significance of the emoji; and disability advocate Sam Drummond shares from his past with his new memoir Broke. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Jul 20, 20231h 44m

S1 Ep 311Lost Postcards, Yellow Kombis and International Bangers

Nat has embarked on a postcard pilgrimage; Author and filmmaker John Safran discuss SBS’s Who The Bloody Hell Are We?; Dr. Jen breaks down some new gut science; MIFF’s artistic director Al Cossar takes us through this year’s program; Food enthusiast Michael Harden explains the global appeal of the sausage; Film lover Simone Ubaldi reviews Sophie Linnenbaum’s meta narrative film The Ordinaries; Heath McIvor chats about what it’s like to be on the road with Randy Feltface for their Feltopia tour; and a mystery is cleared up in Nat's family with the help of their yellow kombi. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Jul 13, 20231h 37m

S1 Ep 310Retro Orchids, Prehistoric Insects and Neighbourly Favours

Nat wonders how much you can ask of your neighbours; Playwright Ash Flanders talks about his new approach to naturalistic drama with his new play This is Living; Justin ‘Digga’ Calverly encourages us to bring back the Cymbidium Orchids; Nat summaries her birthday weekend; Actress and artistic director Rachael Maza discuss the music celebration One Song: The Music of Archie Roach; Bugman Simon Hinkley chats about a lesser known insect; and comedian Prue Blake talks about buses and her dad’s retirement. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Jul 6, 20231h 13m

S1 Ep 309Bubble Gum, Equine Therapy and Mashed Potato 101

Nat gets nostalgic over bubble gum; Fi Wirght reviews Han Kang’s Greek Lessons; Simon and Daniel discuss the best way to get hyped up; Director of Racing Hearts Therapy Lisa Coffey explains the benefits of equine-assisted therapy; Food enthusiast Michael Harden shares from his love of mashed potatoes; investigative journalist Nick McKenzie talks about his truth-revealing book Crossing the Line; and the team uncover a selection of myths. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Jun 29, 20231h 19m

S1 Ep 308Tassie Noir, Invasive Species & Pleasant House Parties

Comedy legends Kate McLennan and Kate McCartney talk about their new Tassie Noir TV show Deadlock; Food critic Michael Harden explains how we can eat away certain invasive species; the team discuss the best way to enjoy drinking water; Tech expert Vanessa Toholka peeks into the future while talking about Apple Vision Pro; Director Alena Lodkina chats about her drama film Petrol; and Nat romanticises her neighbour’s house parties. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Jun 15, 20231h 12m

S1 Ep 307Jaffle Makers, Dating Advice & Bothersome Boomgates

Dr. Jen explores how differently humans can explain the same concepts; Multitalented Declan Furber Gillick chats about his new play Jackie; Nat raises some important questions concerning double train boomgates; Book lover Melissa Cranenburgh reviews Kris Kneen’s Fat Girl Dancing; Dutch artist Daan Roosegaarde talks about the Federation Square installation Spark; the team tries to revive the jaffle maker; and Friday Funnybugger Urvi Majumdar drops a relationship bombshell. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Jun 8, 20231h 13m

S1 Ep 306Calling Dibs, Boot Scooting & a Moroccan Love Story

The team discuss the ethics of calling dibs and shotgun as an adult; Food critic Besha Rodell compares the Melbourne and Sydney food scenes; Muzafar Ali and Joylon Hoff explores Afghan culture in Australian in their new documentary Watandar: My Countryman; Nat has taken up boot scooting; Journalist and film lover Simone Ubaldi reviews Moroccan love story The Blue Caftan; Author and essayist Don Watson talks about Heroes and Villains, his latest contribution to The Monthly; Book reviewer Fi Wright introduces us to local author Megan Rogers and her new book The Heart is a Star; and the Breakfasters takes a look at recent TV show finales. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Jun 1, 20231h 41m

S1 Ep 305Mushrooms, Zelda and Electric Blankets

Nat has been on the tools (kind of); Game reviewer Adam Christou guides us through the world of Zelda; CEO Kent Morris from The Torch talks about the Confined 14 exhibition; Dr. Jen teaches us about us about eDNA and its ethical predicaments; Design director David Constantine chats about mycelium and the IM-Permanent exhibition at the Abbotsford Convent; Actors Rachel Kamath and Shamita Siva talk about the role of culture in their play Crocodiles; the team discuss the latest technology of electric blankets and Justin ‘Digga’ Calverley shares his excitement for autumn foliage. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

May 25, 20231h 24m

S1 Ep 304Bistros, Speeches & Colouring Competitions

The team speaks about speeches; Foodie Michael Harden chats about the Parisian bistro and its Melbourne counterparts; Tech expert Vanessa Toholka reflects on the lifespan of Buzzfeed News; Newly appointed festival director Cerise Howard talks about her aspirations for Melbourne Queer Film Festival; Dr. Liam Donaldson from Werribee Vet Hospital stresses the importance of pet blood donations; Book reviewer Fi Wright shares her thoughts on Stephanie Bishop’s new novel The Anniversary; Nat has a theory on colouring competition; and Zero-G’s Megan McKeough reviews the new star-studded movie Book Club: The Next Chapter. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

May 18, 20231h 26m

S1 Ep 303Olives, Drag Queens and Rock Icons

Emma Grey from Impact Economics breaks down the 2023 Federal Budget; the team rank their favorite movie car chasing scene; Justin ‘Digga’ Calverley is all about olives; Drag royalties Cerulean and E-Layin chat about the upcoming Mabu Mabu Bottomless Drag Brunch at Yirramboi; Nat is experiencing some laundry woes; Daniel provides the most recent laundromat news; Author and principal Steven Cook talks community spirit in light of his new book From the Ground Up; and finally, this week’s live segment includes a performance and a chat with rock icon Stephen Cummings. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt, Nat Harris and fill-in presenter Pauly P. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

May 11, 20231h 22m

S1 Ep 302Coronation, Koalas and Po-Tay-Toes

Boil ‘em, mash ‘em, stick ‘em in a stew: Nat reckons the potato might be too versatile; Director Warwick Thornton breaks down his creative process ahead of the Melbourne Writers Festival; Koala field researcher Janine Duffy explains the importance of newly-formed Koala Alliance Victoria; Author and political expert Don Watson tells us what to expect from the coronation; Food writer Besha Rodell talks about the Melbourne sushi scene; Director Bruce Gladwin chats about Back to Back Theatre and their public play small metal objects; and the team discuss how much ignorance is bliss before going to the movies. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

May 4, 20231h 15m

S1 Ep 301Cute Puppies, Autumn Vegetables & Changing Personalities

The team share their joy of visual merchandising day at the OP shop; Dr. Jen explains the many selves of our moveable personalities; Actors Mark Diaco and Justin Hosking chat about their roles in stage play True West; Justin ‘Digga’ Calverley tells us what veggies to sow in autumn and winter; Zoo keeper and researcher Emily Scicluna teaches us about the fat-tailed dunnarts; Nat is prone to give a bit of leeway to cute puppies; and Megahertz coach Tim Harrington and Rockdogs co-captain Grace Gibson announce this year’s Community Cup. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Apr 27, 20231h 15m

S1 Ep 300Sandwich Revolution, Chilli Competitions & the Complexities of Consent

Food writer Besha Rodell explains the ongoing sandwich revolution; Nat has been practicing her spit takes; Circus performer and Wakka Wakka man Harley Mann chats about the upcoming shows of Na Djinang Circus; Vanessa Toholka sums up her trip to SXSW in Austin; Journalist Jess Hill talks about the complexities of consent and her new documentary series Asking For It; the team reminisce on the golden era of the Video Store: Chili eating champion Greg Barlow is ready for the upcoming Melbourne Chili Eating Championship; and comedian and former Breakfasters Geraldine Hickey is back in town with new shenanigans. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Apr 20, 20231h 30m

S1 Ep 299Chore Points, Garden Planning & Climate Change Baseball

The team rank household chores; Comedian Liz Kingsmans chats about her show One Woman Show at MICF; Justin ‘Digga’ Calverley is excited about garden planning; Lit critic Fi Wright reviews Stone Blind by Natalie Haynes; Journalist Lisa Divissi discuss her new podcast Shifting Subjects; Einstein A Go-Go’s Chris KP explains the connection between climate change and baseball; and Nat tests the team’s knowledge of office lingo. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Apr 13, 20231h 14m

S1 Ep 298Pedestrian Etiquette, Trove Archives & the Return of Nat's Awkward Whiteboard

Nat is back with another installment of her whiteboard saga; Food enthusiast Michael Harden applies his expertise to the hot cross bun debate; Writer Alexandra Collier chats about her new memoir Inconceivable; Dan Salmon from Byte Into It talks about his favorite finds in the Trove archives; Emma Grey from Impact Economics discuss the RBA’s rate pause; the team explain their personal pedestrian style; Book devotee Laura Pietrobon reviews Funny Ethnics by Shirley Lee; and comedian Dr Brown explains the significance of staying still. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Apr 6, 20231h 23m

S1 Ep 297Caffeine, Eulogies for the Living & Melbourne Now

Nat keeps us updated on her driver’s license renewal journey; Dr. Jen explains how caffeine actually works; Former Breakfaster Marieke Hardy is hosting another event with eulogies for the living and dead; Justin ‘Digga’ Calverley is getting excited for the International Flower & Garden Show and Kabloom Festival; Senior Curator at the NGV, Ewan McEoin, chats about Melbourne Now and its various projects; the team gets ready for soup season; and British comedian Seann Walsh talks about his upcoming show at Melbourne International Comedy Festival. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Mar 30, 20231h 18m

S1 Ep 296Comics for Grown-ups, Custard & Hypothetical Renovation

The team debate remote control car strategies; Illustrator Oslo Davis chats about picture books for grown-ups; Australian Dingo Foundation volunteer Mel Browning tells us all we need to know about dingoes; Foodie Michael Harden gushes about custard; Writer Zoya Patel talks about her new novel Once A Stranger; Tech Expert Dan Salmon describes how the google doodle came to be; Nat’s mum loves to renovate in her own way; David Norman from Melbourne Water helps celebrate World Water Day; and film lover Simone Ubaldi reviews Laura Poitras’ new movie All the Beauty and the Bloodshed. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Mar 23, 20231h 26m

S1 Ep 295Misplaced Hats, RISING Festival & Garden Diaries

Nat is experiencing a hat-dilemma; Hannah Fox and Gideon Obarzanek from RISING talk about this year’s festival program; Einstein A Go-Go’s Chris KP explores the role of ChatGPT/AI in science and research; Irish comedian Joanne McNally chats about her show The Prosecco Express; Justin ‘Digga’ Calverley lists the benefits of keeping a garden diary; Economist Emma Grey breaks down the Silicon Valley Bank collapse; and the team discuss the TV highlights of the week. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Mar 16, 20231h 19m

S1 Ep 294Poetry Scrabble, Queerstralia & Hot Cross Buns Galore

Simon has discovered poetry scrabble; Artist Tai Snaith describes the inspiration behind her exhibition Hierarchy of Needs; Tech expert Vanessa Toholka talks about the upcoming SXSW Conference in Austin, Texas; Daniel shares his wish list for toy libraries; Comedian Zoe Coombs Marr chats about her ABC documentary Queerstralia; Film reviewer Simone Ubaldi discuss new movie To Leslie; and the debate gets heated when hot cross buns is the topic. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Clem Bastow (Clem is filling in for presenter Nat Harris). Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Mar 9, 20231h 8m

S1 Ep 293Best Superstition, Best Gardening Tools & Best Wake Up of All

The team discuss childhood superstitions that they’ve brought with them into adulthood; Justin "Digga" Calverley breaks down the best tools for big and tiny gardens; Journalist Nick Feik talks about the important takeaways from his new essay for 'The Monthly', The Great Swindle: The Shell Game Behind Carbon Credits; Dr. Jen shares research into what will help you feel more alert when waking up in the morn; Clem can’t stop judging car headlights; and actors Elisa Colla and Jack Bannister chat about performing Agatha Christie’s Mousetrap in Melbourne. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Clem Bastow (Clem is filling in for presenter Nat Harris). Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Mar 2, 202358 min

S1 Ep 292Salad Dressings, Waterslides, Higher Sobriety and a Missing Shoe

Nat, Daniel and Simon share their strategies for finding lost items; Journalist and author Jill Stark talks about her updated no-booze journey in her memoir Higher Sobriety; Foodie Michael Harden shares secrets of great salad dressings; Comedian Alex Ward describes her full circle moment in Perth; Performers Jesse Dutlow and Yasith Fernando get ready to take & Juliet: A New Musical to the Regent Theatre stage; Jana Favero from the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre explains the importance of ASRC and their Emergency Appeal; and Nat decides that waterslides need a rebrand. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Feb 23, 20231h 9m

S1 Ep 291Free Orchards, Vexing Vampires & Awkward Whiteboards

Simon, Nat and Daniel share their deep passion for allocated seating; Justin "Digga" Calverley explains the importance of pruning summer fruit trees and the joys of a free orchard; Book reviewer Fi Wright shares highlights from Yiyun Li’s The Book of Goose; Anne Jacobs from Support Act explains the 'Support Act Supports Us All' campaign; Game enthusiast Dan Morganti explores turn-based online game Your Only Move is HUSTLE; Writer Keziah Warner chats about the Malthouse production of her adaption of Nosferatu; and Nat has a bone to pick with white boards. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Feb 16, 202359 min

S1 Ep 290Vintage Lamps, Haunted Houses & Disorganised Journaling

The team chats about yearly journals and diaries; Food expert Michael Harden describes new trends in wine bars and pubs in Melbourne; Actor Zen McGrath talks about working alongside Hugh Jackman in new movie THE SON; Book reviewer Elizabth McCarthy shares her thoughts on Jessica Au’s award-winning novel Cold Enough for Snow; Academic Maddi Miller tells the story of the Budj Bim eruption of 30,000+ years ago; Nat explains that she's drowning in vintage lamps; Film reviewer Megan McKeough casts her eyes over the much-anticipated film BABYLON; and comedian Urvi Majumdar is experiencing house-buying woes. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Feb 9, 20231h 16m

S1 Ep 289Back in Action, Bump Ins & Brain Fatigue

Breakfasters is back for 2023 with new co-hosts Nat Harris and Simon Winkler joining Daniel Burt! On the first podcast for this year, Nat explains her not-so-successful photo shoot for her driver's license renewal; Dr. Jen digs into the nitty-gritty of brain fatigue; The team explore the news that Marie Kondo refuses to be tidy anymore; Dr. Liz Jones talks about stepping down as Artistic Director & Co-CEO at La Mama; Entomologist Simon Hinkley explains the persistence of the march fly; Lit critic Fi Wright reads Seth Rogan’s 'Yearbook' and is surprised by her own response; and the team share thoughts on random bump-ins. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Feb 2, 20231h 9m

S1 Ep 288Climbing Plants, Christmas Carols & Nostalgic Smells

Bobby provides commentary on the Renegades Family Day; TV and theatre actor Sarah Morrison chats about her show A Christmas Carol; the team share their thoughts on speeches; Justin ‘Digga’ Calverley tells us what climbing plant to get if you don’t want your walls ruined; and Bobby gets nostalgic over smells. With presenters Mon Sebire, Daniel Burt and Bobby Macumber.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Dec 15, 202246 min

S1 Ep 287Big News, Stressful Shopping & Kitchen Gadgets

Bobby announces a big move; Writer and performer Casey Bennetto chats about the musical celebration A Swingin’ Bella Christmas; Bobby has hung out with the elderly; Food expert Michael Harden explains which kitchen gadgets are worth it (and which are not); Bobby got in a strife while shopping with her mom; and author and political expert Don Watson recounts the year while talking about his latest book The Passion of Private White. With presenters Mon Sebire, Daniel Burt and Bobby Macumber.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Dec 8, 20221h 23m

S1 Ep 286Dinking, Chef Memoirs, & MONSTERS

The team talk about their experience with dinking on a bike; Food enthusiast Michael Harden shares his top chef memoirs; Mon and Daniel give advice in their new segment Breakfaskers; Actor Alison Whyte and choreographer Stephanie Lake chat about their Malthouse show MONSTERS; and the team have different thoughts on leaving doors open. With presenters Mon Sebire, Daniel Burt and Bobby Macumber.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Nov 24, 202249 min

S1 Ep 285Couch Surfing, Door Knocking and Hello Baby Elephant

The team explore the etiquette of unexpected knocks on the front door; Dr. Clare Corbould breaks down the recent U.S. mid-term elections; Bobby couch-surfs in Adelaide; Elephant keeper Lucy Truelson talks about the birth of an elephant at Melbourne Zoo; Writer and founder of The Shovel James Schloeffel chats about The Chaser and Shovel Annual 2022 and The Chaser War on 2022 Live Tour; and the team discuss card etiquette. With presenters Mon Sebire, Daniel Burt, Bobby Macumber, and guest presenter Chris Gill.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Nov 17, 202259 min

S1 Ep 284Shaun Micallef, Trusting Locals, and How to Adult: Dinner Edition

Comedian Shaun Micallef talks about his new memoir Tripping Over Myself: A Memoir of a Life in Comedy; Bobby puts her trust in locals when in unfamiliar places; Linguist Kate Burridge explains turning nouns into verbs and why some get very upset by the practice; The team discuss what exactly to bring to a dinner party; Director, writer and actor Todd Flaherty chats about his new film Chrissy Judy screening at Melbourne Queer Film Festival (MQFF); and Bobby‘s dad has pocket dialed/texted the family group. With presenters Mon Sebire, Daniel Burt and Bobby Macumber.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Nov 10, 20221h 6m

S1 Ep 283RONE, Oslo, Hearts and Sharks

Artist RONE chats about his new art installation TIME at Flinders Street Station’s Ballroom; Film reviewer Flick Ford shares her thoughts on the new period drama The Wonder; Guest presenter Steph pitches ideas for Steph’s Shark Tank; Dr. Jen describes the weird science of diagnosing heart disease; and Illustrator-writer Oslo Davis explains the idea behind his new book Oslo’s Melbourne: Illustrated Adventures in the World’s Most Tolerated City, which is being launched this Saturday. With presenters Mon Sebire, Daniel Burt, Bobby Macumber, and guest presenter Steph Teitlebaum.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Nov 3, 202258 min

S1 Ep 282Aggressive Pumpkin Carving, Destination Transformations & Family Catchphrases

The team explore various pronunciation problems; Writer, actor and comedian Kitty Flanagan talks about season two of Fisk; Food Interluder Besha Rodell shares her fave Melbs restaurants to go to if you want to feel destination transformation; Bobby feels judged at the supermarket; Architect Donald Bates celebrates the 20th anniversary of Federation Square; Comedian Emma Holland explains why she goes all-in for Halloween; and the team review each other’s family catch-phrases. With presenters Mon Sebire, Daniel Burt, and Bobby Macumber.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Oct 27, 20221h 14m

S1 Ep 281Freebies, Parties & Dodgy Travel Agents

The team discuss etiquette surrounding free samples; Chook expert Jessamy Miller gets clucky; Bobby has a big party to organize; Writer Clementine Ford talks about her new show Love Sermon; Comedian Samantha Andrew goes wild; and the team chat about dodgy travel agents. With presenters Mon Sebire, Daniel Burt and Bobby Macumber.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Oct 13, 202259 min

S1 Ep 280Food Envy, Procrastination Blues & Share House Shenanigans

Dancer and choreographer Lucy Guerin talks about Pendulum, on now at FRINGE Festival; Dr. Jen shares the science on procrastination and deadline-setting; the team discuss food envy; linguist Kate Burridge provides a masterclass in blended words; Bobby has a guilt problem; and comedian Urvi Majumdar tells tales of living with three guys in a share house. With presenters Mon Sebire, Daniel Burt, and Bobby Macumber.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Oct 6, 20221h 0m

S1 Ep 279Baby Reveal, Impromptu Hopscotch & Yummy Gems

Mon reveals some big, baby-themed news; Writer and actor Jess Stanley chats about her immersive show JSMR coming soon to Fringe Festival; the team discuss seating arrangements on flights; Activist and historian, Professor Gary Foley, explains the significance of newly restored documentary NINGLA A-NA; Bobby can’t resist an impromptu hopscotch; Restaurant critic Besha Rodell tells us her top 5 underappreciated restaurant gems; and radio legends and comedians Tony Moclair and Julian Schiller share memories of kicking off their radio careers at Triple R, back in the 90s. With presenters Mon Sebire, Daniel Burt and Bobby Macumber.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Sep 29, 20221h 10m

S1 Ep 278Emoji Trends, Amateur Magicians & Holiday Ups 'n' Downs

The team discuss the best-sized TV you need to host a AFL Grand Final party; Tech Talk-er Dan Salmon deciphers 2022 emoji trends; Culinary legends Flip Shelton and Nat Paull share their Breakfasters memories and their love of Triple R; Bobby shares her best (and worst) holiday experiences; Journalist Chip Le Grand chats about his new book Lockdown; the team compare their run-ins with amateur magicians; and comedian and lifelong Triple R-subscriber Wil Anderson encourages listeners to subscribe to Triple R's annual Radiothon. With presenters Daniel Burt, Bobby Macumber & Mon Sebire. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Sep 26, 20221h 15m

S1 Ep 277Holding Hands, K-Box & Cookbook Crazy

Bobby has a tendency to get caught in the rain; actor and playwright Ra Chapman introduce us to her new creation K-Box; Foodie Michael Harden shares his top ten cookbooks; the team chat about their hand-holding techniques; actor and writer Stephen Hall talks about Shaun Micallef’s Mad as Hell & multi-talents and Triple R-darlings Clare Bowditch and Catherine Deveny chat about how much they love cars sporting Triple R-stickers. With presenters Daniel Burt, Bobby Macumber, Mon Sebire, and guest presenter Blake Loughland.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Sep 15, 20221h 11m

S1 Ep 276Footy Flair, Bill Bailey and Second Hand Hazards.

Bobby and Chris Gill share their love of showmanship on the footy field; Comedy legend Bill Bailey swings by En Route to Normal; Tadpole finds gold in life as a country kid; Former Triple R broadcaster Marieke Hardy reminisces about raunchy Radiothons; the team look at when regifting goes downhill; Film reviewer Flick Ford peers into Sara Dosa’s volcanic new documentary Fire of Love, and the extraordinary Vika & Linda Bull sing for the station they love. With presenters Mon Sebire, Daniel Burt and Bobby Macumber, plus guest presenters Chris Gill, Clem Bastow, Nicole Tadpole and Simon Winkler.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Sep 8, 20221h 14m

S1 Ep 275Radiothon 2022 Kicks Off!

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Cinema Nova’s CEO Kristian Connelly chats about the iconic cinema's 30th birthday; Journalist Ben Eltham dives deep into the secret Scott Morrison portfolios; Bobby confesses to not always seeing things right in front of her; Artist and activist Aretha Brown explains her event 'How to Paint a Mural'; the team air their thoughts on the universal honking sequence; Music legend Mark Seymor kicks off Radiothon 2022, explaining why supporting Triple R financially ensures it can continue to broadcast; and Nat Harris and Eddie Perfet, both comedians, writers and performers, explain why artists love Triple R and encourage listeners to support Radiothon 2022. With presenters Mon Sebire, Daniel Burt and Bobby Macumber.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Aug 25, 20221h 12m

S1 Ep 274Tea, Science, Pranks and Scams

The team share their thoughts on tea; Science curator Tilly Boleyn chats about the SWARM Exhibition at the Science Gallery; Daniel recalls one of the greatest pranks ever pulled; Friday Funnybugger Pat McCaffrie talks about his career prospects and not-so-useful friends; Thando gives an update on life after The Voice; and the team muse about how to get away with a scam. With presenters Mon Sebire, Daniel Burt and Bobby Macumber.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Aug 18, 202258 min

S1 Ep 273MIFF Docos, Goal Setting, Fence Climbing, Zero Boozing!

Film producers Oliver Cassidy and Chris Kamen talk about the MIFF screening of their documentary Franklin; the team discuss the trials of setting a goal and sticking to it; Tech expert Dan Salmon breaks down the latest in wearable tech and its health benefits; the team compare thoughts on strictly no-alcohol events; linguist Kate Burridge explains the evolution and significance of discourse markers; Bobby has been out climbing fences, and director Sue Thomson shines a light on women over 50 experiencing homelessness in her MIFF documentary Under Cover. With presenters Mon Sebire, Daniel Burt and Bobby Macumber.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Aug 11, 20221h 13m

S1 Ep 272Beatrix Bakes, Laurinda, MIFF Opening Night, & Becoming a Football Fan

Cake-making extraordinaire Nat Paull tells the team about her North Melbourne bakery phenomenon 'Beatrix Bakes' shutting up shop for good; the team chat about their favourite places to sit in restaurant and bars; writer and comedian Diana Nguyen discusses bringing Alice Pung's classic novel Laurinda to the stage; the team talk about best and worst tips for creating passwords; actors Elias Anton and Thom Green, stars of MIFF opening night film OF AN AGE, chat about the premiere; the team talk about injuries and the lies they tell about them; and Friday Funnybugger Nat Harris explains her new life as an Aston Villa F.C. fan. With presenters Mon Sebire, Daniel Burt and Bobby Macumber.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Aug 4, 20221h 11m