Best Simcoe Podcasts (2025)

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Simcoe’s Ruthless Raid: The Battle of Crooked Billet 18:40

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Major John Graves Simcoe wanted a "grand stroke" to destroy the Pennsylvania Militia. On May 1, 1778, his ruthless surprise attack caught a sleeping American camp in a trap that ended in the horrific "Buckwheat Straw Massacre." In the spring of 1778, British-occupied Philadelphia was a logistical nightmare, and General George Washington tasked 25-y…

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Interview with Rosi Martin of United Way Simcoe Muskoka 36:08

13d ago36:08

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Send us a text In this heart-warming episode of Bradford Banter, host Natasha Philpott sits down with Rosi Martin, Relationship Manager with United Way Greater Simcoe County and proud Bradford resident. Rosi shares the inspiring purpose behind the Coldest Night of the Year Walk, an annual fundraising event that supports individuals facing housing i…

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2025 Wrap Up 1:27

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Send us a text In this special year-end wrap-up episode of Bradford Banter, I’m taking a moment to say thank you. From the incredible guests who shared their personal stories, to the listeners who tuned in, supported the show, and shared episodes with friends — this first season has been truly meaningful. What began as a passion project rooted in c…

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The Betoota Advocate's Biggest Articles of 2025 30:51

6d ago30:51

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Clancy Overell and Errol Parker guide the Australian public through a journey into the year that was, 2025. From politics to pop culture, cities to farms, US to Australia, we talk through all the important and unimportant issues in 2025. Here's to a better 2026. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omn…

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Minesing to Matchedash — Sandy Agnew and Lynne Melnyk 1:02:04

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In this episode, we speak with Sandy Agnew and Lynne Melnyk about the unveiling of the Agnew–Melnyk Nature Reserve—one of the newest protected properties within the Minesing to Matchedash Connected Corridor. This 39.5-acre reserve, donated to the Couchiching Conservancy in 2024, protects a rich mix of grassland meadow, a section of Hogg Creek, and …

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Weird Victorians, Travel Allowances, Social Media Ban & Dial Before You Dig? 13:10

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Errol Parker and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota thanks to our friends at Dan Murphy's! Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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BETOOTA TALKS: Best of 2025 1:05:59

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As we wind down the year that was, Errol Parker guides a journey through some of the best moments from Betoota Talks in 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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Interview with Muralist Corrado Mallia 35:09

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Send us a text Get ready for a splash of colour on Bradford Banter! In this episode, we sit down with Bradford mural artist Corrado Mallia, a creative powerhouse who has spent nearly 30 years transforming blank walls into immersive works of art across Bradford, the GTA, and beyond. Corrado shares how a teenage fascination with airbrushing sparked a…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Essential Worker Christmas Party, Delloitte Replaced By AI, Spotify Wrapped & Ford Raptor 17:45

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Errol Parker and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota thanks to our friends at Dan Murphy's! Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Trap That Turned a Creek Red: Battle of Quinton's Bridge 21:40

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It was a trap that turned a frozen creek into a killing field. In March 1778, the Queen's Rangers used a "feigned retreat" to lure American militia into a deadly massacre at Quinton's Bridge. While George Washington’s army teetered on the brink of starvation at Valley Forge, a gritty "Forage War" erupted in the marshes of New Jersey. We dive into t…

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BETOOTA TALKS: Ashes Moments with Peter Lalor PART 2 35:21

25d ago35:21

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What turns a routine delivery into folklore? How does one wide ball at the Gabba trigger a generation of English PTSD? And why do the strangest, funniest and most chaotic moments always seem to find their way into this rivalry? In Part Two of our deep dive into Ashes mythology, Clancy & Errol once again sits down with Peter Lalor to revisit a fresh…

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Interview with Cassidy Hilliard of Hillside Photography and WOW Living 29:11

27d ago29:11

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Send us a text Capturing Community Through the Lens — Featuring Cassidy Hilliard In this episode of Bradford Banter, we sit down with Cassidy Hilliard, owner of Hillside Photography and a dedicated team member at WOW Living. Cassidy shares how she transformed her passion for photography into a thriving local business, while also committing her prof…

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Predicting Next-Day Survival in Imminently Dying Cancer Patients 24:32

27d ago24:32

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Join host Lori Gill and Rachel Lapensee, NSMHPCN Clinical Nurse Manager, as they explore the topic of predicting next-day survival in imminently dying cancer patients. Related tools: Palliative Performance Scale (PPS) Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or p…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Pauline Hanson Stunt, Ciggies Not Appropriate Gift, Fine Dining Not Enough & Expensive Ice Latte 11:45

28d ago11:45

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Errol Parker and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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What’s Happening with Ontario’s Drinking Water Rules? — Theresa McClenaghan 37:04

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In this episode, we speak with Theresa McClenaghan, Executive Director of the Canadian Environmental Law Association, for a clear, accessible overview of how Ontario’s drinking-water protection framework came to be — and where it may be heading. We begin with the events in Walkerton, outlining what happened, why it mattered, and how that tragedy pr…

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The Art of Reconciliation Project, Phase 3 - Mary Lou Meiers 1:14:57

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In this episode of The Tree Planters Podcast, we return to the Red Earth Gallery at St. Paul’s Centre to explore Phase 3 of the Art of Reconciliation project. Created during 2021–2023, this round unfolds against an intense period in Canadian public life: the discovery of unmarked graves at former residential schools, the establishment of the Nation…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Amyl and The Sniffers, Dog Vomit, 50 Grand Retaining Wall & Cocaine Epidemic 12:54

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Errol Parker and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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Interview with Nickola Ceccarelli of Starlite Guide Wellness 43:56

1M ago43:56

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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Nickola Ceccarelli, founder of Starlite Guide Wellness. Nickola is a Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, Reiki Master Teacher, Certified Mindfulness Facilitator, and intuitive artist who lives in Bradford and practices throughout Bradford and the surrounding areas. Nickola shares her journey from tradi…

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Friedrich von Steuben & The Rebirth of the Continental Army (Valley Forge) 14:50

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They were starving, freezing, and dissolving into a "wrecked army". The Continental Army at Valley Forge was on the brink of collapse, facing famine, disease, and its own disorganization. Enter a down-on-his-luck Prussian outcast and a master of public relations named Benjamin Franklin. Franklin concocted "the greatest public deception ever perpetr…

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BETOOTA TALKS: Ashes Moments with Peter Lalor Part 1 32:08

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What is an Ashes moment, really? Why do grown men howl like rapid dogs over a ball that lands on a crack? And how did a couple of colonial summer sports turn into one of the world’s most unhinged rivalries? This week, The Betoota Advocate sits down with one of cricket’s most respected storytellers, Peter Lalor, to unpack the triumphs, meltdowns and…

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BETOOTA TALKS: 'Monkeyboy' on the secret cultural fault lines of Sydney City. 32:17

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What are eshays? Where is Sydney home to the world's best chicken burgers? What the hell has been happening in Australia's biggest city since the government introduced lock out laws. This week, The Betoota Advocate talks to one of Sydney's most razor-sharp cultural commentators, Monkeyboy. He's an author, an online oracle, and an unofficial anthrop…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Libs Ditch Net Zero, 50 Years Since The Dismissal, Big Week For FIFOs, Social Media Ban & Very Chill Maid of Honour 20:57

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Clancy Overell and Errol Parker wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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BETOOTA TALKS: Merv Hughes 52:08

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This week on Betoota Talks, Errol Parker sits down with an icon of Australian cricket, Merv Hughes. In this wide ranging one on one interview, Merv takes us through the highs and lows of his career, from Australia’s triumphant away ashes victories, to the nervous moments hoping not to get dropped from the team. He’s got some classic stories about W…

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Interview with Carolyn Khan of the Bradford Helping Hand Food Bank 41:18

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Send us a text In this episode of Bradford Banter, we’re shining a light on one of our community’s most essential organizations — the Bradford Helping Hand Food Bank. We sit down with Carolyn Khan, Executive Director of the food bank, to talk about how the organization supports local families, the growing need in our community, and the incredible t…

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Battle of Matson's Ford: The Forgotten Trial on the Road to Valley Forge 14:25

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Before the legend of Valley Forge, there was Matson's Ford – a chaotic, accidental battle that nearly brought Washington's Continental Army to its knees. Discover the untold story of the desperate river crossing, the panic, and the British blunders that set the stage for one of American history's most iconic winters. In December 1777, as a bitter w…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Landslide Win For Leftists, Tips To Get Rich, Online Gambling Is Totally Normal & Liberals Decide They Don’t Care About Climate Change 18:37

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Clancy Overell, Errol Parker and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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The Art of Reconciliation Project, Phase 2 - Mary Lou Meiers 1:00:39

2M ago1:00:39

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In this episode of The Tree Planters Podcast, we return to St. Paul’s Centre to explore Phase 2 of the Art of Reconciliation project — a stage shaped by the artists themselves as they asked, “Where are you now in your personal reconciliation process?” This round, created between 2015 and 2018, brought together Indigenous and non-Indigenous artists …

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Who was Christopher Skase? (with Mark Humphries) 33:36

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Those who don’t remember the 1980s would not be familiar with the myth and scandal that surrounded Australia’s most confident, glitzy and wreckless businessman-turned-white-collar- criminal, Christopher Skase. This week, ABC presenter Mark Humphries joins Betoota Talks to discuss our nation’s most notorious high flyer, and what happened when he fle…

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Palliative Care in the Community 21:27

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Join host, Lori Gill, as she is joined by Tracy Lavigne, NSMHPCN PPSMC, and Krista Hastings, Clinical Manager with Ontario Health atHome, as they discuss Ontario Health atHome’s role in coordination of palliative care at home and the importance of linking patients and families with the essential supports and services that are required to support th…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Liberals Having A Normal One, Kevin27 Evades ICE, QLD High Schools, & Real Estate Agents 14:59

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Clancy Overell, Errol Parker and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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BETOOTA TALKS: Jelly Roll 7:28

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International superstar and Quokka enthusiast Jelly Roll joined Betoota Talks to have a yarn and get the run down on what he needs to know before heading down under for his first ever headline tour in Aus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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Humanizing The Homeless With Leah den Bok & Willie Baronet 1:08:11

2M ago1:08:11

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We were extremely fortunate that Leah and Willie were able to find time for us to sit down and have a chat about the Humanizing The Homeless project. Willie hails from Texas and was only here for a brief whirlwind trip through Ontario for his project in collaboration with Leah. Both Leah and Willie have largely dedicated their lives to raising awar…

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How Washington's Trap Became Howe's Final Failure 20:17

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General Howe had one last chance to destroy Washington's army before winter. He planned a massive surprise attack to crush the Continental Army in its sleep. But he didn't count on one thing: a Quaker spy listening at the keyhole . Welcome to History Distilled! Today, we're exploring the Battle of White Marsh, a critical, multi-day engagement in De…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Trump V Rudd, RFK Approves Silica Packets, Local Mum Full From Lunch & Local Kid Frightens Neighbours 15:14

2M ago15:14

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Errol Parker and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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TRC Call To Action #83 - Mary Lou Meiers 58:28

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On this episode of Tree Planters, we visit the inspiring reconciliation-art initiative Call To Action #83 Simcoe County, curated by retired educator and multi-mode artist Mary Lou Meiers. The project brings together Indigenous and non-Indigenous artists in Simcoe County to respond collaboratively to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada…

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Interview with Judy Ciampa of The Little Guests Club 31:51

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Send us a text In this episode of Bradford Banter, host Natasha Philpott sits down with Judy Ciampa, owner of The Little Guests Club — a Bradford-based business that’s changing the way families experience events. With a background in Early Childhood Education and as a mom of two, Judy saw a need for stress-free, family-friendly celebrations where k…

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BETOOTA TALKS presents ‘The Ballad Of Barnaby Joyce’ 51:25

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The three-times Deputy PM, Barnaby Gerard Joyce MP has offered the vaguest resignation in political history over the weekend. Is he quitting politics? Is he quitting the party? Is he quitting Tamworth? Or is he simply reloading the clip and coming back for more!? This week on Betoota Talks, we trace the career of Barnaby Joyce from his days as a bu…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Conflict Definitely Over, Young Blokes Pay Lands Mid Piss-Up, Former Gifted Child & 37-Year-Old Pulls Muscle 11:38

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Clancy Overell and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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BETOOTA TALKS: Natalie Kyriacou OAM 34:24

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Footy finals are over, so this week The Betoota Advocate is broadening the scope. Natalie Kyriacou joins BETOOTA TALKS to discuss her work as an Australian environmentalist, author and a storyteller that shares the most eccentric facts and phenomenas that relate to our natural world. Tune in for some hard truths about deforestation, birdwatching an…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: QLD Best at Everything, Sydney Man 2kg Overweight, Sydney Gang War, Corporate Alpha Woman Finds Perfect Match 15:49

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Clancy Overell, Errol Parker and Unnamed Intern wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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Interview with Danny Howell of Dames of York Shop 27:22

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Send us a text This week, we sit down with Danny Howell, the creative mind behind local Gothic-inspired thrift and resale shop Dames of York. From Gothic fashion and cosplay to thrifting treasures and building a business, Danny shares how her passions fuel both her career in HR and her life in Aurora. We dive into the story of how Dames of York cam…

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Watershed Security— Andrew McCammon 59:42

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Skirmish of Gloucester: The Rise of Lafayette 14:34

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He was 20 years old, wounded, and desperate to prove himself. When the Marquis de Lafayette spotted a column of elite Hessian soldiers, he didn't hesitate. The resulting skirmish would change his life—and the course of the American Revolution—forever. Join us for the story of Gloucester, the battle that launched a hero. In this episode of History D…

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BETOOTA TALKS: Christian Welch 47:25

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Former Melbourne Storm Captain and QLD origin winner Christian Welch joins Clancy and Wendell for a wide ranging chat delving into the highs and the lows of an NRL career. From premiership wins and losses, to opposing his own coach as the head of the players union, Welch's career is more interesting than your average prop forward, and he's here to …

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Our Keith & Nicole, Sims Sold To Saudis, Q4 Begins & AFL Bans Meat Pies 13:46

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Clancy Overell, Errol Parker and Unnamed Intern wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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Interview with Chris Simon of BradfordToday 50:59

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Send us a text In this episode of Bradford Banter we sit down with Chris Simon, Editor of Bradford and Innisfil Today. From council chambers to community celebrations, Chris has been bringing the stories of our region to life through local journalism. We talk about his career path, the role of local news in shaping community identity, and the chall…

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Truth and Reconciliation, 10 Years On — Jeff Monague 1:03:52

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As Canada marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we reflect on the commitments that remain unfinished and the future we hope to build together. In this episode, we speak with Jeff Monague—educator, storyteller, and former Chief of Beausoleil First Nation—about the progress on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action and w…

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How To Talk About The NRL Grand Final When You Know Nothing About Sport 39:48

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The NRL Grand Final is upon us once again, and it's the pride of Queensland, the Brisbane Broncos taking on a team that has had Queenslanders at its foundation from the very beginning, the Melbourne Storm. This podcast is a guide for anyone who wants to sound like a seasoned veteran of the game whilst watching the showdown on Sunday. See omnystudio…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Tylenol, Bucks Party Contracts Autism, Big Hose Sculpture Cut & Snoop In Melbourne 11:19

3M ago11:19

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Clancy Overell, Errol Parker and Unnamed Intern wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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Battle for the Delaware: The Fort That Had to Fall 15:14

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magine the most intense bombardment of the entire American Revolution. For six weeks, a few hundred American defenders inside a small mud fort held out against the full might of the British Royal Navy, enduring a storm of over 10,000 cannonballs. This is the forgotten story of the Siege of Fort Mifflin, a desperate battle to control the Delaware Ri…