Best TEX Talks Podcasts (2026)

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360: The El Salvador Concentration Camp the Owners of Star Trek Don’t Want You to Know About 1:16:05

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TEX-TREK Mission 360: "The El Salvador Concentration Camp the Owners of Star Trek Don’t Want You to Know About” Normally, TEX-TREK would be gearing up for a hopeful, speculative conversation about the upcoming STAR FLEET ACADEMY series, what we want to see, what we hope to avoid, and how the next chapter of Star Trek can live up to Gene Roddenberry…

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Bonus - A Few Good Man: A Tribute to Rob Reiner 1:05:02

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Hey Oscar WWTT? Fans — as we all know, Rob Reiner and his wife Michelle were brutally taken from us on Dec. 14th, 2025. This episode is a tribute to the amazing films & legendary career he left behind. We mostly concentrate on his first 10 films — 9 of which range from very good to excellent. And while Mr. Reiner never seemed to get the love he des…

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1958 - Oscar on the River Kwai 1:31:19

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Hey Oscar fans, Bruce is back and we’re taking on one of the greatest, unsung years in movie history. The nominees are mostly great. The non-nominees are also pretty great. And the test of time needs to be graded on a curve because so many of these films continue to resonate today. This episode is a treat for anyone who loves and appreciates truly …

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Encore: Holiday Movie Special 54:17

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Happy Holidays Oscar fans! This week's episode is an encore performance of our previous holiday episode -- where Bruce and "Tex" discuss their favorite holiday movies and explore which ones got some holiday cheer from The Academy and which ones received a lump of coal. Enjoy! Movies mentioned: Just Friends (written by "Tex") It Nearly Wasn't Christ…

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2025 Wrap-Up: Gals Chat, A Corn Cob, Alaska, and One Man, ep. 333 1:12:57

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To send 2025 off into the great abyss, we have a sensational year-end Basic Folk roundtable featuring Lizzie's group chat: Kaïa Kater, Olivia Ellen Lloyd, and Isa Burke. It can feel so challenging to know which media you can trust and whose takes you can really take to the bank. There is no one we trust more to wrap-up this wild and wacky year than…

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Episode 37: Desmond Burke 48:31

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Desmond Burke, an Irish-American songwriter, performs eight songs and chats about Irish-American music, the Western Mass music scene of the 60s and 70s and songwriting with host, Dan Russell.By Dan Russell

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359: STAR TREK : TNG's "The First Duty" Back-Trekking Retrospective 1:52:43

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TEX-TREK Mission 359: STAR TREK : TNG's "The First Duty" Back-Trekking Retrospective This week Dave returns to discuss one of Fatheree's all-time favorite TNG episodes. "The First Duty" is a Starfleet Academy-centric, serious, drama that sets the bar pretty damn high for the upcoming show. Also, this excellent story is a great example of how good S…

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Bonus - You Talking To Me, Oscar? 1:22:12

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Hey Oscar fans, this week’s bonus episode covers the Director nearest & dearest to our hearts — Mr. Martin Scorsese! After discussing his breakthrough Oscar win (finally!) on the previous show (The 2007 Oscars) — we're looking back at Scorsese’s film career prior to The Departed and discussing which of his films could’ve/should’ve been nominated or…

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358: STAR TREK : TNG's "Coming of Age" Back-Trekking Retrospective 1:32:36

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TEX-TREK Mission 358: STAR TREK : TNG's "Coming of Age" Back-Trekking Retrospective With the new Academy show only weeks away, it seems appropriate to reflect back on some of the more Academy focused stories. Let's travels back in time to TNG season 1 for a Back-Trekking retrospective on "Coming of Age," the one when Wesley takes his Starfleet Acad…

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2007 — Departing with an Oscar, Finally! 1:22:44

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Finally! After leaving empty handed with 5 Best Director (and 4 Best Picture) nominations… one of the greatest film directors of all-time, the God of pure cinema, Martin Scorsese, finally gets to go home with Oscars for Best Picture and Best Director. The Departed, his 2006 crime epic starring half of Hollywood seemed like the perfect vehicle to ge…

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Lu and Al - Nollsy swings by for a chat 9:02

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Shannon Noll has been super busy in 2025 with plenty on his plate but he joined us for a massive chat on the show this week covering everything to his new single, plans for next year and the hilarity that occurs during a Nolls family Christmas game of backyard cricket! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Madison Cunningham is Embarrassed All the Time. ep. 332 59:12

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Our episode with Madison Cunningham was one of those all-time Basic Folk moments where a guest gets really deep really quickly. I'm so grateful to have had the chance to speak with this brilliant young torchbearer of the folk tradition to celebrate the release of her new album, 'Ace.' Cunningham grew up in the church, an environment which shaped he…

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Lu and Al - Diesel performing at Blitz Golf! 14:48

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Last week we touched base with the one and only Diesel, set to perform at the upcoming Blitz Golf early next year in Yarrawonga! Blitz Golf is hitting Yarrawonga for a high-energy twilight showdown like no other. Fast-paced golf meets live music, epic food, and non-stop entertainment in a festival-style experience. In this massive chat we find out …

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Bonus - Here's Looking at You, Bogart 1:13:11

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Hey Oscars WWTT? Fans — for this bonus episode, a companion piece to our recent 1938 Oscars episode, “Tex” and Mark take a fun look back at an acting legend — the incomparable Humphrey Bogart. However, rather than do a full retrospective of Bogart’s entire career in front of the camera (70+ films) — instead we’re focusing on the 7 films Bogart acte…

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Lu and Al - Dave Kramer talks about the HALT program 6:44

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As part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, we caught up with Behavioural Scientist Dave Kramer for a big chat about the Halt program he'll be presented around some local schools in the area. To find out more about Dave's incredible work or to book a school visit, check out the official website: https://www.smallsteps4hannah.c…

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1938 - The Awful Truth About the Oscars... 1:25:57

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I know, I know, another old Oscars ceremony from over 85 years ago. It can’t possibly be interesting! You can think that… but you’d be wrong! This year had 10 best picture nominees, covering a wide range of interesting topics — from the rise of fascism, the great Chicago fire and a love affair with Napoleon to the struggles of making it as an actre…

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357: STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN - Revisited 1:34:52

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TEX-TREK Mission 357: STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN - Revisited This week we are returning to the film that many consider the greatest Star Trek movie ever, THE WRATH OF KHAN. Does the movie play differently now after listening to the STAR TREK: KHAN audio drama? We are going to re-evaluate the fan favorite flick with the new Khan-text in mind. A…

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Lu and Al - Robbie Maddison in the studio and Lu reviews ACDC 16:18

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On the back of our final week for best of the border 2025, this week Australia's greatest Motocross rider Robbie Maddison popped in for a coffee and a chat about his huge Freestyle Kings show coming up at the Lavington Sports Grounds in Feb! Meanwhile the day after rocking out to AC/DC at the MCG Lu gave us the full report of the show, rain and all…

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356: STAR TREK: TOS's "Space Seed" Back-Trekking Retrospective 1:32:19

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TEX-TREK Mission 356: STAR TREK: TOS's "Space Seed" Back-Trekking Retrospective This week we are Back-Trekking to one of the most legendary episodes in Star Trek history — “Space Seed” from TOS. Join us as we revisit the debut of Khan Noonien Singh, the genetically engineered tyrant whose clash with Captain Kirk would echo across Trek canon for dec…

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Bonus: Bring Me the Head of Sam Peckinpah! 1:17:47

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Few filmmakers achieve the level of notoriety and legendary status of Sam Peckinpah. He didn’t just direct movies — he detonated them. And while he never received any love from the Oscars, that was never his goal. Unflinching, uncompromising, and unrelenting, Peckinpah existed to turn on-screen violence into an art form… often in slow motion. Join …

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Lu and Al for Breakfast - The End of Menulog and Wildcard Round in the AFL next year! 19:26

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With Menulog shutting down operations in Australia at the end of this month we caught up with local delivery driver David who clocked up an impressive 21.5k+ deliveries for the service since they stared on the Border! Meanwhile with the introduction of Wildcard round in the AFL coming up, we got the thoughts of two footy greats - our tipping guru R…

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Frazey Ford Revisits the Subtle Grooves of 'Indian Ocean', ep. 331 51:19

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Frazey Ford has always loved soul music. She fell in love with Otis Redding at age 11 and discovered people like Ann Peebles along the way, but it was Al Green that really knocked her out. She loved the layers, the expression, and especially his voice. She completely dove in and even started an Al Green cover band. Although she had been perfecting …

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1971 - No Poor Bastard Ever Won an Oscar Dying for His Country 1:25:37

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Hey Oscar fans, welcome to the 1971 Oscars for the films of 1970. The title of the episode refers to the opening line of this year’s Best Picture Winner — Patton — a movie driven by one of the most powerful performances in film history. In fact, George C. Scott’s portrayal of General George S. Patton was so acclaimed that despite telling the Academ…

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355: STAR TREK: KHAN Finale, "Eternity's Face" 1:41:20

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TEX-TREK Mission 355: STAR TREK: KHAN Finale, "Eternity's Face" Deep Dive Discussion The final chapter of the audio drama is here! This week we talk about the STAR TREK: KHAN series finale, "Eternity's Face." As always, available in both video and audio-only formats. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9fIVJEZ0e4 Listen to podcast: h…

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Lu and Al for Breakfast - Big Brother, Apple Vision Pro and What's On 21:04

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This week our TV man Molky got right into the nitty gritty of Big Brother (and the Golden Bachelor), Stephen Fenech gave the latest game changing Apple Vision Pro a good go over in his Tech Guide and right in time for the weekend we checked out what's happening around the Border! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Bonus: Was 1986 the Greatest Year in Movie History? 57:50

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Hello Oscar lovers, we are back with a very special bonus episode that celebrates the fabulous films from the year 1986. In fact, “Tex” and Mark think there were so many great films released that year, that we could have an ALTERNATE OSCARS where we nominate and select completely different movies and performances and still have an amazing Oscar sho…

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354: STAR TREK: KHAN Episodes 8, "Original Sin" 1:36:02

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Khan’s world changes forever in episode 8 of the STAR TREK: KHAN audio drama. Five years after the Ceti Alpha VI disaster, Marla McGivers’ death, a child born in the ruins, and a desperate plan to escape the planet push Khan to the brink. Join us as we dive into the betrayals, revelations, and heartbreak that forge the Khan we know.. As always, ava…

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The Barr Brothers Rally Around Mysticism, ep. 330 1:01:25

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In the eight years since The Barr Brothers last released an album, Andrew has been drumming with people like Feist, Mumford & Sons, and Broken Social Scene while Brad released a solo record and underwent incredible personal change. Brad made the huge decision to get sober, which he talks about candidly in our Basic Folk interview. Anything you read…

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353: STAR TREK: KHAN Episodes 7, "I am Marla" 1:37:31

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In the latest chapter of the STAR TREK: KHAN audio drama, Khan’s world starts to crumble as betrayal brews among his followers and tragedy strikes Marla McGivers. Join us as we discuss the Ceti Alpha V saga's race towards its dramatic conclusion. We’ll discuss the latest twists, the evolving tragedy of Marla, and how Khan and his loyal followers fa…

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At the Oscars, No-one Can Hear You Scream 1:21:15

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Oscars fans, movie fans and especially horror movie fans — you are in for a treat. Just in time for Halloween, we’ve got a special bonus episode exploring the complicated history of horror movies and the Oscars! Well, for some people it’s not complicated — the Oscars seem to HATE horror films. But is that true? And what even IS a horror film? We’ll…

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Lu and Al - Relay for life recap and Stephen in San Francisco 9:51

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The morning after a huge Border Relay For Life 2025, we caught up with Brianna from the Cancer Council for a big update on how it all went. Meanwhile Stephen Fenech our Techspert filled us in on Amazon's plans to try and make their deliveries even quicker than before.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Episode 36: Richard Dubuc 41:55

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Richard Dubuc, retiree and songwriter, regular at the Luthiers Coop Wednesday Night Open Mic, performs seven songs and chats about music and songwriting with host, Dan Russell.By Dan Russell

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1987 - The First Casualty of Oscars is Innocence! 1:17:35

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Welcome to the 1987 Oscars for the films of 1986 — arguably one of the greatest years for movies…ever! Nearly every category is stacked with worthy entries, but as always, there are a few Oscar oddities, snubs and things to make you go ‘Hmm.’ Mostly, this Oscars has everything — from a born writer/filmmaker spinning his most harrowing wartime exper…

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352: STAR TREK: KHAN Episodes 6, "The Good of All" 1:22:52

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In the latest chapter of STAR TREK: KHAN, "The Good of All," loyalties fracture and truths are revealed. As distrust mounts among the exiles on Ceti Alpha V, Khan seeks common ground with the Elboreans and their enigmatic leader, Delmonda. Meanwhile, tensions boil over when both the Elboreans and the Augments experience tragedy. There's a lot for u…

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Border Relay for Life 2025 - Relay Hero Danny Lowe 11:02

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Just a single sleep out from the huge 2025 Border Relay for Life at Alexandra Park Albury, we caught up with the Relay Hero for this year, Danny Lowe. In this big chat Danny shared both his and his family's life changing battle with cancer and his incredible determination in helping out cancer support services. https://www.relayforlife.org.au/event…

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David Wilcox Can Heal Your Heart in Two Minutes, ep. 329 1:11:03

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Asheville-based songwriter David Wilcox has been through some s-h-i-t. A difficult childhood in Northeast Ohio sent him seeking answers – mostly on his bicycle – in an attempt to get away. He has spent his lifetime leaning into his problems and digging into their roots at the source: his own heart. He decided to see what lessons his heart had been …

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Fox Footy Podcast Trade Special: Swans' Curnow risk, Dee's big challenge and draft overhaul 27:04

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Gerard Healy joins Max Laughton, Ben Waterworth and Ben Cotton for the latest Fox Footy Podcast trade period special, breaking down the latest on Charlie Curnow, Melbourne and general player movement issues, before the boys play Fair or Farce. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Fox Sports Australia

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Bonus Episode: The Oscars Murdered Hitchcock! 1:11:17

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Did you know one of, if not THE, greatest film directors of all time never won an Oscar for Best Director? Yep. That is the premise for this bonus episode… Join Adam “Tex” and Mark as we examine the glorious career of the legendary Sir Alfred Hitchcock and discuss how the Motion Picture Academy just never got around to awarding him its top prize. A…

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351: STAR TREK: KHAN Episodes 5, "Imagination’s Limits" 1:25:27

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TEX-TREK Mission 351: STAR TREK: KHAN Episodes 5, "Imagination’s Limits" Deep Dive Discussion It is a big episode of STAR TREK: KHAN this week. Ceti Alpha V continues to test the stranded augment crew with new challenges. The explosion of nearby planet, Ceti Alpha VI, has started their new world's plummet to climate catastrophe. To complicate their…

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Fox Footy Podcast Trade Special: Giant bombshell, Suns' staunch stance and latest draft whispers 28:25

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Ben Dixon joins Ben Waterworth, Ben Cotton and Will Faulkner for the latest Fox Footy Podcast trade period special, breaking down the latest on Leek Aleer, Bailey Humphrey and Charlie Curnow, before the boys play Fair or Farce and bring you the latest draft whispers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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1955 - I Coulda Been a (Oscar) Contender 1:17:54

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Fox Footy Podcast: Big talking points as trade period begins 20:39

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Leigh Montagna joins Max Laughton, Ben Waterworth and Will Faulkner for a Fox Footy Podcast trade period special, running down the big talking points as the deals began on Monday, before the boys play Fair or Farce on everything else going on in footy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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350: STAR TREK: KHAN Episodes 4, "Magical Thinking" 1:32:37

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TEX-TREK Mission 350: STAR TREK: KHAN Episodes 4, "Magical Thinking" Deep Dive Discussion More Khan this week! In episode 4, "Magical Thinking," secrets of the dreaded Ceti eel are revealed, Khan and Marla's relationship takes some big steps, and the entire community of Eugenics Wars refugees struggle valiantly to establish Khan's new society on a …

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Kathleen Edwards: Making up for 30 Years of No Tears, ep. 328 1:07:00

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Kathleen Edwards claims that she's now a pretty frequent crier after not crying for the first 30 years of her life. One reason for this change is the connectedness she has been feeling since leaving music and starting her coffee shop, Quitters. In our Basic Folk conversation, Edwards tears up talking about the cover of her new album 'Billionaire,' …

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Thomas Chepucavage from Zenthos Energy 46:44

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Zenthos Energy is tackling two big challenges at once: energy storage and carbon capture. Their aluminum batteries aren’t just safer and cheaper than the usual lithium or cobalt options, they also last longer and actually create value by capturing CO2 and producing graphite along the way. Born in Albuquerque and now teaming up with Sandia National …

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Fox Footy Podcast: Grand Final review & trade period preview 52:58

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Max Laughton, Ben Waterworth and Jack Jovanovski review the 2025 AFL Grand Final on the Fox Footy Podcast, including where the back-to-back premiers Brisbane now sit in the modern era of champion clubs, and how Geelong got it so wrong, a big trade period preview in Fair or Farce plus much more. Thanks for listening all season long and stay tuned fo…

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1965 Bonus - Oscars on a Wet Afternoon 45:09

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Hey Oscars & Movie Fans — we’re proud to present a Bonus Episode that explores 3 great, HIDDEN GEM films from 1964 that we briefly mentioned during our 1965 - MY FAIR OSCAR episode. Each film was nominated for something — but we really didn’t talk much about them…until now. If you’re anything like us — we guarantee you’ll dig at least one if not mo…

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AFL 360 - "There's a dent in that Cup!" - Chris Fagan reveals Grand Final tactics & reflects on Neale's 'spirit lifting' return | 29/09/25 34:38

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Catch up on all the footy news from AFL 360, Monday the 29th of September with Gerard Whateley and Garry Lyon. Back-to-back Premiership-winning coach Chris Fagan joined AFL 360 with Gerard Whateley and Garry Lyon to discuss everything from Grand Final tactics to the wild celebrations that erupted afterward. Fagan also shared the remarkable journey …

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349: STAR TREK: KHAN Episodes 3, "Do Your Worst" 1:11:54

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TEX-TREK Mission 349: STAR TREK: KHAN Episodes 3, "Do Your Worst" Deep Dive Discussion This week we venture back into the chaos of Ceti Alpha V as STAR TREK: KHAN reaches its third chapter. With tensions mounting and survival growing more desperate, Khan’s dream of empire faces new challenges from the planet's indigenous wildlife while Marla McGive…

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Lu and Al for Breakfast - The Fight is Real, Tex Perkins and Robbo versus the Free Money Minute 16:31

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Another massive week to recap - Daniel from Corowa dropped by to share the story of the Fight is Real initiative and the amazing fundraising they're doing for the Black Dog Institute, as part of the huge Red Hot Summer Tour early next year Tex Perkins from the Cruel Sea joined us for a chat about touring and how the band got its name and at our hug…