Best Jeremy Vine Podcasts (2025)

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412: Merlin Holland in conversation with Harry Mount 29:48

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Merlin Holland pays tribute to his grandfather Oscar Wilde and discusses his new book, After Oscar: The Legacy of a Scandal. Merlin tells Harry Mount how the shock waves from Wilde's trial echoed through the 20th century, right into his own lifetime. How he wishes he could ask Wilde why he took the fatal step of suing the Marquess of Queensberry.…

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Banh Mi & $200 Wine Pairing Challenge with DAN HONG🥖🍷 1:01:02

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Send us a text Today we’re pairing the iconic Vietnamese banh mi with three very different wines in a blind wine pairing challenge with legendary chef Dan Hong. You’ve seen Dan on MasterChef, The Streets, and at Mr. Wong, Ms G’s and El Loco — but today, we test his love of wine in the most unexpected way. We each choose a bottle under $200 and put …

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411: Merlin Holland at the Oldie Literary Lunch 16:43

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Merlin Holland speaking about his new book, After Oscar: The Legacy of a Scandal, at the Oldie Literary Lunch, held at London’s National Liberal Club, on November 4th 2025.By Radio Oldie

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410: Sarah Vine at the Oldie Literary Lunch 7:28

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Sarah Vine speaking about her new book, How Not to be a Political Wife, at the Oldie Literary Lunch, held at London’s National Liberal Club, on November 4th 2025.By Radio Oldie

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409: Ysenda Maxtone-Graham at the Oldie Literary Lunch 11:47

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Ysenda Maxtone-Graham speaking about her new book, Screams: Shrieks of Horror and Yelps of Pleasure from Modern Life, at the Oldie Literary Lunch, held at London’s National Liberal Club, on November 4th 2025.By Radio Oldie

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408: Edward Fox in conversation with Harry Mount 31:47

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Edward Fox tells Harry Mount about playing Sir Brian Horrocks in A Bridge Too Far and his starring role as Edward VIII in Edward & Mrs Simpson. He details his extraordinary acting bloodline and explains how he approached the melon-shooting scene in The Day of the Jackal.By Radio Oldie

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Roman Roots & 120 Year Old Vines - Curtis Family Vineyard 32:18

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Send us a text Today, we’re diving into history you can taste—wines crafted from 120-year-old vines with roots stretching back to Roman times. Welcome to our unfiltered wine journey, where we explore the stories, tools, and techniques behind the glass. In this episode we’re reviewing Curtis Family Vineyard Wines from McLaren Vale. These bottles don…

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407: Daniel Finkelstein in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf 34:03

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Daniel Finkelstein is an award-winning political commentator and journalist. He’s a Times columnist, and author of his 2023 memoir, Hitler, Stalin, Mum and Dad. Previously he was a politician and political advisor to John Major and William Hague. He was appointed to the House of Lords as a life peer in 2013. He talks to Charlotte Metcalf about his …

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Mount Majura Vineyard with Jeremy Nascimben 43:06

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Send us a text In partnership with NSW Wine, we are putting a spotlight on NSW Wineries to celebrate NSW Wine Month coming up this November 2025. Join us on this episode of The Winded Up as we sit down with Jeremy Nascimben, the 2024 Jimmy Watson Trophy winner and 2025 Len Evans Scholar from Mount Majura Vineyard. Discover the intricacies of winema…

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Ep 2: Remember That? 30:12

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Jeremy wakes from an extended coma to discuss his new corn-based diet. Donald Trump is back in The White House. Norman reminisces in our popular 'Remember That?' segment about the golden age of Australian TV comedy on 'Rove Live' and that time Kevin Rudd was a guest. Plus Barnacle Bill's, BBQ shapes, your calls and the latest news with Ray Goodyear…

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406: Jeremy Hunt in conversation with Harry Mount 21:44

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Jeremy Hunt, former Chancellor and Foreign Secretary, tells Harry Mount about his new book, Can We Be Great Again?: Why a Dangerous World Needs Britain. He sympathises with Rachel Reeves about the prospect of dealing with a mammoth deficit – and recalls meeting Donald Trump at Chequers.By Radio Oldie

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Champagne with John Noble: Myths, the Region & Blanc de Blanc 1:19:30

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Send us a text Welcome to the WinedUp Podcast! In this episode, Trent and Jason sit down with John Noble, the Director of the Champagne Bureau Australia, to uncork the truth behind the world’s most celebrated sparkling wine. 🥂 We dive into what truly makes Champagne unique — from the strict appellation laws protecting its name, to the centuries of …

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405: Gus Christie in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf 24:27

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Gus Christie took Glyndebourne Opera over from his father George in 2000. He tells us about Glyndebourne’s beginnings when his grandfather John Christie fell in love with and married the soprano Audrey Mildmay and decided to build her an opera house. Gus also reflects on his own decision to step into his father’s shoes, describes his vision and tel…

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Oliver’s Taranga Wines with Corrina Wright🍷 1:02:33

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Send us a text Welcome back to The Wined Up! In this episode, we sit down with Corrina Wright, sixth-generation winemaker of Oliver’s Taranga Wines in McLaren Vale, South Australia. 🍇 Oliver’s Taranga is not only part of the historic Penfolds Grange Growers Club, but has also become a pioneer in alternative varieties like Fiano, Grenache, and Tempr…

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404: Jonathan Dimbleby at the Oldie Literary Lunch 13:48

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Jonathan Dimbleby speaking about his new book, Endgame 1944: How Stalin Won the War, at the Oldie Literary Lunch, held at London’s National Liberal Club, on October 7th 2025.By Radio Oldie

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403: Jeremy Hunt at the Oldie Literary Lunch 11:06

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Jeremy Hunt speaking about his new book, Can We Be Great Again?: Why a Dangerous World Needs Britain, at the Oldie Literary Lunch, held at London’s National Liberal Club, on October 7th 2025.By Radio Oldie

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402: Frances Wilson at the Oldie Literary Lunch 13:39

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401: Gyles Brandreth in conversation with Harry Mount 46:16

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Gyles Brandreth tells Harry Mount about his new book about Winnie the Pooh, AA Milne and Gyles’s friend, Christopher Robin Milne. Winnie the Pooh first appeared in print 100 years ago.By Radio Oldie

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Canobolas Wines with Jonathon Mattick 58:10

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Send us a text 🍷 Orange, NSW might just be Australia’s most underrated wine region — but winemaker Jonathan Mattick from Canobolas Wines is putting it on the map! From cool-climate Chardonnay to elegant Syrah and Cabernet Franc, discover how altitude, volcanic soils and passion shape some of the country’s most distinctive wines. 👉 Don’t forget to l…

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400: A N Wilson at the Dartmouth Literary Festival 1:00:07

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A N Wilson in conversation with Harry Mount at this month's Dartmouth Literary Festival, sponsored by The Oldie. A N Wilson chatted about two of his books, Goethe: His Faustian Life andVictoria: A Life. In a dazzling talk, he discusses Queen Victoria's hidden child with John Brown and how Goethe discovered evolution before Darwin.…

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Prophet’s Rock with Paul Pujol 58:17

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Send us a text From Alsace to Central Otago, Paul Pujol’s journey has shaped some of the world’s most elegant cool-climate wines. 🍇 At Prophet’s Rock, he’s crafting Riesling, Pinot Gris, and Pinot Noir that reflect the unique schist and clay soils of Central Otago. In this interview, Paul shares his wine philosophy, his Burgundy connection with Fra…

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Ep 1: Cough Up The Cash! 41:18

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As the world finds itself on the precipice of WW3, Jeremy and Norman discuss classic Aussie biscuits. Plus can you identify the celebrity by just their cough? It's our famous 'Cough Up The Cash!' segment. And Sgt. Bob O'Brien stops by with some brand new crimes. This episode of On The Talking is proudly brought to you by: iVine Computers, True Blue…

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Celebrating Aussie Merlot: Blind Tasting 24:41

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Send us a text Thank you to the team from Laithwaites for sponsoring this episode. Go check them out at https://www.laithwaites.com.au/ to discover more! Use the promo code: WINEDUP for an exclusive 20% off! In this episode of The Wined Up, Trent and Jason dive deep into the world of Australian Merlot with a blind tasting of five incredible wines f…

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399: Alexander McCall Smith in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf 29:43

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Alexander McCall Smith is a prolific and fast writer, known mainly for his best-selling series The Number One Ladies Detective Agency in Botswana and featuring his popular heroine Mama Precious Ramotswe. The books have been translated into 46 languages and sold millions worldwide. These and his numerous other books, including the Scotland Street se…

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398: Rachel Johnson in conversation with Harry Mount 33:07

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Journalist and broadcaster Rachel Johnson tells Harry Mount about her competitive upbringing, her imposter syndrome and the collapse of The Lady magazine.By Radio Oldie

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Rippon with Nick Mills 57:04

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Send us a text In this episode, we travel to Rippon Vineyard in Wanaka, New Zealand, and sit down with Nick Mills, Rippon’s General Manager and Winemaker, to uncover the story behind one of the most iconic vineyards in the world. Rippon isn’t just about wine—it’s about heritage, terroir, and sustainability. Nick takes us through the vineyard’s rich…

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397: Amanda Barrie at the Oldie Literary Lunch 12:04

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Amanda Barrie speaking about her new book, I'm Still Here: My 90 Years, at the Oldie Literary Lunch, held at London’s National Liberal Club, on September 9th 2025By Radio Oldie

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396: Paula Byrne at the Oldie Literary Lunch 9:26

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Paula Byrne speaking about her new book, Six Weeks by the Sea: The Summer Jane Austen Fell in Love , at the Oldie Literary Lunch, held at London’s National Liberal Club, on September 9th 2025.”By Radio Oldie

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395: Eleanor Doughty at the Oldie Literary Lunch 12:42

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Eleanor Doughty speaking about her new book, Heirs and Graces: A History of the Modern British Aristocracy, at the Oldie Literary Lunch, held at London’s National Liberal Club, on September 9th 2025.By Radio Oldie

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394: Harry Mount in conversation with Antonia Fraser 28:01

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At 93, Antonia Fraser, one of our leading historians, has written her 40th book – The House that Spoke: The History of a Home. She tells Harry Mount about 70 years of writing, going all the way back to her 1954 debut, King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. And she talks about her west London house, where she wrote her 1969 bestseller, Mary…

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Can you get great wines at value? 29:23

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Send us a text This week we ask the question of whether you can get great wines at great value? We get it, times are tough and wine is a luxury product, but that doesn’t mean that it all must cost an arm and a leg. We have a bit of fun with the price is right style blind tasting to identify to see if Jase can value the wines correctly. We reflect o…

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393: Joshua Levine in conversation with Harry Mount 24:52

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Joshua Levine, one of our leading Second World War historians, talks to Harry Mount about the 85th anniversary of the Blitz - which began on September 7 1940. Levine's book The Secret History of the Blitz led to him advising film director Steve McQueen for his 2024 film Blitz. His book Forgotten Voices of Dunkirk inspired Christopher Nolan to make …

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Altitude, Family, & Minimalism (De Salis Wines) 26:25

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Send us a text In this episode, Trent and Jason sit down to taste three incredible bottles from De Salis Wines, a boutique, family-run winery from Orange, NSW—located 1050 meters above sea level. That makes it part of the elite 1% of Australian wine regions above 600 meters! We explore how altitude impacts wine—from the slower ripening of grapes to…

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Take a Closer Look at Bourgogne with Francois Labet 24:46

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Send us a text Francois Labet, owner of Chateau de la Tour and Domaine Pierre Labet, who is also the President of the Bourgogne Wine Board, highlights why Australians should take a Closer Look at Bourgogne, particularly the Regionale wines. He explains the history of Bourgogne, its grape varieties, the classification, and where hidden gems can be f…

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392: Andrew Lownie in conversation with Harry Mount 35:52

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On Radio Oldie, Prince Andrew's biographer, Andrew Lownie, talks to Harry Mount. His new book Entitled - The Rise and Fall of the House of York is a number one bestseller. It reveals how Prince Andrew, the late Queen's favourite, was disgraced by his greed for money and sex.By Radio Oldie

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Arizona – High Desert Terroir & Hidden Gems 34:55

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Jason McCluskey, Winemaker at Arizona Stronghold Vineyards, takes Wine Across America on a journey to Arizona. Jason shares how elevation, climate, and passion shape his wines. He reflects on his journey from intern in 2008 to head winemaker, with stops in New Zealand, Australia, and Oregon along the way. We taste a Viognier, Rosé, Red Blend, and C…

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Felton Road with Blair Walter 36:51

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Send us a text The week, we sit down with Blair Walter, the acclaimed winemaker behind Felton Road, one of New Zealand’s most celebrated producers of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Riesling. From the rolling vineyards of Central Otago to the precision of the winery, Blair shares his journey, winemaking philosophy, and the delicate balance between natu…

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391: Fay Maschler in conversation with Harry Mount 37:53

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Fay Maschler, the restaurant critic, tells Harry Mount about 53 years of reviewing restaurants. The Evening Standard critic for 48 years, she is now Tatler's critic. She reveals London's greatest restaurant - and explains why 1987 was the year that changed the British eating landscape for ever.By Radio Oldie

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Is Northern Rhône Syrah worth the HYPE? 24:19

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Send us a text Unlock the savory secrets of Northern Rhône Syrah! 🍷 In this episode, Jason and Trent dive deep into the rich, complex world of this iconic French wine. From understanding why some wines taste "meaty" to decoding wine legs and exploring regional terroir, this video is your guide to appreciating what makes Syrah from Northern Rhône so…

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Battle of the Bubbles: Champagne vs. UK vs. Australian 22:44

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Send us a text In this episode of The Wined Up, Jason and Trent dive into an exciting blind tasting challenge: comparing a UK sparkling wine, an Australian sparkling, and a French Champagne. They discuss the impact of global events on champagne consumption, the psychology behind celebrating with bubbles, and their personal preferences from the tast…

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390: John Lloyd in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf 40:25

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John Lloyd is a multi-award-winning television and radio producer. He is the creator of Not the Nine O’Clock News, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, Blackadder, Spitting Image, QI, The Museum of Curiosity and much more. In 2011 was awarded a CBE for services to broadcasting.By Radio Oldie

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389: Rachel Kelly in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf 30:30

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Rachel Kelly is a bestselling author, keynote speaker and mental health advocate, who has just published her new book The Gift of Teenagers, recently serialised in the Daily Mail. A former Times journalist, Rachel has been named one of the UK’s top five mental health influencers and is an official ambassador for the mental health charities Rethink …

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California - Where Tradition Meets Innovation in Wine 48:58

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Sofia Rivier, Winemaker & Vineyard Manager at Ettore Winery & Terra Sávia Winery, takes Wine Across America on a journey to California. From organic vineyards to an on-site animal sanctuary, Sofia walks us through her wines and her commitment to sustainability. We taste a crisp Chardonnay, a vibrant rosé, a bold red blend, and a signature Cab – all…

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388: Helen Lederer in conversation with Harry Mount 39:55

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Helen Lederer tells Harry Mount about a life in comedy. A stand-up comedian at the Comedy Store, she has starred with Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders, Ben Elton and the late Rik Mayall, . And she excelled as Catriona, the dim Sloane in Absolutely Fabulous.By Radio Oldie

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Take a Closer Look at Chablis with Jean-Francois Bordet 21:42

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Send us a text Jean-Francois Bordet, owner of Domaine Seguinot-Bordet in Maligny and President of the Chablis Commission of the Bourgogne Wine Board invites Australian’s to try and visit Chablis. The winemakers may even pick you up at the gas station! Find out more about Bourgogne wines on Instagram (@vinsdebourgogne ), Facebook (@bourgognewines ),…

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387: Sarah Sands in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf 30:25

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Sarah Sands is a well-known journalist. She edited Readers’ Digest, the Sunday Telegraph and the Evening Standard before becoming editor of Today, BBC Four’s flagship news programme. Recently she abandoned her career in exchange for a quieter, more fluid life and has written three books about monasticism, faith and inner peace. She also now organis…

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Yarra Yering with Sarah Crowe 1:00:33

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Send us a text This week, we have a chat with Sarah Crowe, the acclaimed Winemaker and General Manager at Yarra Yering, one of Australia's most historic and respected wineries, nestled in the Yarra Valley. We delve into Sarah’s mosaic of stories contributing to her wine journey. This includes her formative years in Hunter Valley and Beechworth and …

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386: Philippa Langley at the Oldie Literary Lunch 13:19

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Philippa Langley speaking about her new book, The Princes in the Tower: Solving History's Greatest Cold Case, at the Oldie Literary Lunch, held at London’s National Liberal Club, on July 15th 2025.By Radio Oldie

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385: David Hepworth at the Oldie Literary Lunch 13:35

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David Hepworth speaking about his new book, Hope I Get Old Before I Die: Why Rock Stars Never Retire, at the Oldie Literary Lunch, held at London’s National Liberal Club, on July 15th 2025.By Radio Oldie

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384: Lucy Moore at the Oldie Literary Lunch 11:59

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Lucy Moore speaking about her new book, Christopher Gibbs: His World, at the Oldie Literary Lunch, held at London’s National Liberal Club, on July 15th 2025.By Radio Oldie