Beste Ramble N Roll podcaster (2024)

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The Brokelads Guide to Irresponsible Rambling. 1:02:24

1d ago1:02:24

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The one day of the year we are all racing experts. So match our Ruck 'n Roll panellists with the following classic racing expressions. Who has a head like a beaten favourite? Who looks like he has been in a good paddock? And who needs a few reminders with the persuader to keep his mind on the task at hand? Seems there are no wrong answers here and …

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EPISODE 195: Halloween IS Houdini Day with Houdini Historian and Expert John Cox 1:40:28

6d ago1:40:28

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INTERVIEW BEGINS AT : 32:30 Happy Halloween Ramblers, today we welcome back our dear friend Harry Houdini historian and expert John Cox to celebrate the life, legend and lore of the greatest magician/escape artist/ of all time on this the 98th anniversary of his death on Halloween 1926.. Check out Johns incredible website to learn everything there …

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Our Cup Runneth Over 1:08:18

8d ago1:08:18

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It is the podcast that stops a nation! Would you believe it is the podcast that stops a small contingent of unnamed stars of the constellation from self combustion? Moving on to this week's show, where intelligent discourse and razor sharp repartee is found in abundance between trite, flippant comments about horse racing, cricket, football, the dea…

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EPISODE 194: The Scariest personal Stories in Paranormal Investigations With Kurt Konecny and Tim Swartz 2:29:33

13d ago2:29:33

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INTERVIEW BEGINS AT : 39:45 As we are knee deep in the spooky season we thought we would bring you a special spooky episode!! Show legends Kurt Konecny and Tim Swartz join us to tell some of their spookiest stories involving their ownparanormal research... keep the lights on for this one!! So kick back, enjoy, and please subscribe, rate and share t…

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Harmonious Histories - Beethoven's Enigmatic Letters and the Immortal Beloved Mystery 32:54

14d ago32:54

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Discover the tantalizing mystery behind Beethoven's enigmatic "immortal beloved" letter and explore how the lost art of letter writing wove through the lives of classical composers like Mozart and Bach. As we reflect on the dramatic decline of traditional correspondence in the UK, you'll be transported to early 19th-century Vienna, where a web of i…

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A Revelation, A Revolution and A Revitalization. 1:03:09

15d ago1:03:09

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From the RnR concerned citizen file - Brightonian Stephen J Peak reports the locals are revolting! Funnily, the locals say the same thing about him. Finey chalks up tatt #117 and Dad joke #666. Kev has the latest on the AFL, the EPL, T20 and the Cox Plate. Musically, it is under-rated international songs and the boys unearth some unappreciated gems…

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EPISODE 193: Horror Writers Round Table, Three drastically different Styles, Same Genre with Dacre Stoker, Casey Masterson and Rex Hurst 2:01:01

21d ago2:01:01

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INTERVIEW BEGINS AT : 29:15 Horror novels... why are they all lumped together when there are so many different sub genres, yet in book stores or websites they are all in the same section, from gothic horror to comedy horror to splatter punk to classic horror and so on, should they all be considered the same, and if so, how can you build a fan base.…

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Fine Until Proven Guilty. 1:08:03

22d ago1:08:03

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Guess who had a hearing, a small win and is feeling pretty good about himself? Guess again, because it is not the show's resident counsel, but in fact the illustrated man has had words, not pictures, and tells the tale. We have found more words about the AFL Meat Market, the AFLW problem, the Spring Racing Carnival and of course the dearly departed…

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EPISODE 192: The Devil in Disguise : A New Comic Book Adventure with Creator and Writer Robert Radu 1:36:50

28d ago1:36:50

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INTERVIEW BEGINS AT : 31:35 Imagine a world where a King of Rock and Roll actually worked for the government, worked as an undercover agent, worked hard to rid the world of evil doers... and used all his abilities, and talents to succeed. Imagine the dark world he would enter and the lengths he would go..... Well imagine no longer, because Robert R…

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Birds, Panthers, Chickens and the odd Human. 1:10:28

29d ago1:10:28

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The feathers fly in this episode. Finey is tweeting? But about real birds, not a social media platform, and his Magpies aren't named Daicos. We have gone from footy season to swooping season but still find time for a few thoughts on the Rugby League Grand Final. Stephen J Peak and Kev take time out from their busy schedule of plover swoops and stud…

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Harmonious Histories - Mussorgsky's Masterpiece and the Muse Behind It 28:48

30d ago28:48

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Unlock the secrets behind Modest Mussorgsky's transformative masterpiece, "Pictures at an Exhibition," and traverse a compelling narrative that intertwines music, art, and Russian cultural heritage. We'll guide you through the imaginative soundscapes of each movement, offering vivid stories and hidden meanings, while also revealing how Maurice Rave…

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The Happy Ending Episode 1:13:46

1M ago1:13:46

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We say farewell to the AFL season with a full autopsy on the red carpet, the fashion, the backstabbing. Sorry, that was the pre-show meeting, or maybe it was the Brownlow? Stephen J Peak gives his summation of the Katy Perry performance, Finey knows where the Swans went wrong and Kev covers the medal presentation. There is an NRL Grand Final to dis…

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Taking it One Grand Final Week at a Time. 1:02:02

1M ago1:02:02

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It is the premiership hangover before the actual premiership that’s how clever we are. Yes, you will get a thumping headache, slight to moderate nausea, some internal turbulence, dizziness may occur and there will be unexplained periods of gibberish. Just like any other show we’ve done really. Finey, Stephen J Peak and Kev are at the top of their f…

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EPISODE: 191: A Novel Look at the Romantic Writers with Professor and Author Chuck Rosenthal 1:33:35

2M ago1:33:35

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INTERVIEW BEGINS AT : 29:45 Shelley, Keats, Byron and Beatriz? Beatriz, Who's Beatriz? Well the answer to that questions is the main character of the new time travel novel by the great Chuck Rosenthal Awake For Ever in a Sweet Unrest. But the real question is, who were Shelley, Byron and Keats, at least that'sthe question new students were asking (…

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The Annual Hinkley Comedy Festival Act 2. 1:02:06

2M ago1:02:06

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Finey has done his knee! Actually it was his tattooist, as another area of the Fine anatomy gets fully inked. Is it a Jack Ginnivan tribute? Stephen J Peak confirms he does his best work behind the scenes and interested parties are trying to find where those scenes might be, as are many of his clients. Kev gives the AFL finals a full going over, Hi…

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EPISODE 190: Pop Culture Potpourri X-Men, Star Wars and other Ramblings with with Pop Culture and Film Critic Theo Rickman 1:42:59

2M ago1:42:59

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INTERVIEW BEGINS AT : 32:30 In 2024 the world is rebounding from an almost 3 year lockdown, during which pop culture had a weird thing happened, it almost stopped (with everything shutting down) but became even more popular with the masses (as being shut up inside, people really fell back into all things pop culture, as they couldn't do much else O…

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The Cream Rises. 1:01:05

2M ago1:01:05

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Footy finals and the cream rises to the top unless of course you are Carlton or the Bulldogs (insert Kev's sad face). The freshly inked (again) Finey has his say on those remaining in the chase plus Peaky has his four cent worth, he is a lawyer after all. Words like precocious, obliteration, sphincter and tumultuous are good words and one day you m…

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Harmonious Histories - Sonatas, Concertos, Symphonies. What's the Difference? 16:40

2M ago16:40

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In this latest episode in the Harmonious Histories series we answer the question, 'What is the difference between a Sonata, a Concerto and a Symphony?' We also include a bit of history along the way. We discuss Beethoven's 'Moonlight Sonata', Vivaldi's 'Four Seasons' and The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment. Music tracks are Brahms' Violin Son…

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Just When You Thought We'd Been Cancelled! 1:11:18

2M ago1:11:18

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After a wind delay (surprisingly not caused by Stephen J Peak) and some technical set backs this episode of Ruck n’ Roll is finally here, but Finey isn’t. The delectable delights of Lenny’s Fine Foods have not stolen him from our presence, in fact it was a school reunion. Those former grade three’s can be very persuasive, and who could say no to al…

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Welcome to the Pointy End. 1:07:33

2M ago1:07:33

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We are at the pointy end of the football season so we do a forensic deep dive into the abyss of the AFL teams that did not make it into September. It may get messy. Musically we dip our lids to the great Australian songwriters Vanda and Young, Terry Britten, Don Walker, Ross Wilson, Johnny Young, Brian Cadd and many many more. Kevin Hillier, Mark F…

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Harmonious Histories - Its Only Baroque 'n' Roll 32:40

2M ago32:40

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In this episode of my Harmonious Histories series I talk about The Baroque Period, specifically the 2 composers, Handel and Bach. There are sections about each composer along with a story of their disastrous meeting with John Taylor. The final section outlines how Bach affected Walt Disney, Jazz and Techno. The musical pieces are: Messiah Encore an…

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EPISODE 189: Rock -n- Roll Legend Robert Lee Balderrama of ? and the Mysterians and Beyond!! 1:40:06

3M ago1:40:06

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INTERVIEW BEGINS AT : 28:00 In 1966 a song was released by a group of unknown Mexican American kids from Michigan that would change Rock-n-Roll, inspire generations of musicians and shape music for decades to come. ? and the Mysterians classic #1 hit 96 Tears has lived on as one of the greatest songs in the history of rock music, often credited as …

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We've reached our Peak? 1:04:19

3M ago1:04:19

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Man the Lifeboats! Assume the Crash Position! Alert the Media! From the "You didn't see this one coming" file, Stephen J Peak joins Kev and Finey in the hottest of hotseats. What could possibly go wrong? Listen and find out. There is plenty of footy chat and tips heading into the business end of the seasons for all codes. Some horse racing, horsing…

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EPISODE 188: King Arthur, What Do We Know, What Can We Know with Authors and historians Christopher Gidlow and Paul Begg 2:05:53

3M ago2:05:53

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INTERVIEW BEGINS AT: 31:00 Who was King Arthur, was he real, a legend, or a wish? What can we know, and what will we never know? And how close did Monty Python get? We are thrilled to be joined by historians and authors Christopher Gidlow, author of the books Reign of Arthur: from History to Legend and Revealing King Arthur: Swords, Stones and Digg…

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Keep out of the reach of Children. 1:10:57

3M ago1:10:57

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We bid au revoir to the Paris games and share our most memorable moments. In 'breaking' news, Finey proclaims it won't be back. Ken's got right into rock climbing and Kev thinks the actual medals look like something out of the super hero bag at the Melbourne Show. As footy heads to the business end of the season, nothing changes in our ability to p…

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Harmonious Histories - A Hero, a Swan and a Broken Toe 15:54

3M ago15:54

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In this episode of Rod's Ramblings I continue to share my discovery of classical music in the Harmonious Histories series. I share the stories behind Beethoven's relationship with Napoleon, Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake and how Horrible Histories changed my attitude towards history. The theme music is 'Late Night Ramble' by River Run Dry and the music wa…

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EPISODE 187: The Mysterious Djinn with Kurt Konecny and Tim Swartz 1:44:36

3M ago1:44:36

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INTERVIEW BEGINS AT : 29:00 What are the Djinn? Genies? Daemon's? Ghosts? Imps or fairies? Are they good, bad or ugly? Do they predate man or do they even exist at all?? Tim Swartz and Kurt Konecny join us again to discuss this listener request topic of the Djinn… you may want to leave the lights on for this episode ramblers!! So kick back, enjoy, …

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Does it end in Tears ? 1:12:39

3M ago1:12:39

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It's both sold, sold, sold and gold, gold, gold this week as Finey channel surfs across the Paris games and the Auctioneering World Championships, but wait, there's more ... including cubing, piecing and OmegaBall. Musically, it's all about those good and bad performances for major sporting events and yes Meatloaf is mentioned but not how you might…

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A Ton Shy of a Pendlebury. 1:14:33

3M ago1:14:33

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Great Scott! While this is our 300th, we are 100 shy of a Pendlebury. We are just taking it one milestone at a time. In this record breaking, earth shattering, mind blowing and bum numbing episode, you will hear about football, ice hockey, Formula One racing, television themes, adult themes and coarse language, but there is no nudity, Wordle or boo…

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EPISODE 186: McCarthyism and It's Lasting Impact with Dr. Andrea Bails and Elizabeth Levy Authors of Witch Hunt : The Cold War, Joe McCarthy, and the Red Scare 1:57:08

3M ago1:57:08

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INTERVIEW BEGINS AT : 34:00 These days it is common to hear people say we should go back to the America of the 1950's, I couldn't DISAGREE more! The 1950's in America gave rise to a movement that could have ended the freedoms we have forever, and this movement was lead by one man who's name has not only become synonymous with fanatical witch hunts,…

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Let the Games Begin! 1:14:02

4M ago1:14:02

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Faster. Higher. Stronger! Than what? No Olympic records here, but see who the boys have on the podium when it comes to cartoon themes, this week's musical theme. Plenty of sport to discuss including some of the Parisienne performances, plus golf, F1, darts hurling, NRL and of course AFL. Lenny's Fine Food Footy Tipping continues as does the Deathal…

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Harmonious Histories - A Love Song, a Violinist, Travels with my Father and a Little Night Parody 23:51

4M ago23:51

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The first episode in My Classical Music Discovery Series - Harmonious Histories. It covers the stories behind Beethoven's Fur Elise, the English Violinist George Bridgetower, one of Mozart's travels with his father, and a parody of Eine Kleine Nachtmusik. The theme tune is 'Late Night Ramble' by River Run Dry. The music is Fur Elise and Eine Kleine…

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The Rewind Series - Let's Talk about Guitars 19:32

4M ago19:32

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Following the 'accidental' loss of my original rambles, I am pleased to report that the recordings have been found and are being republished as part of The Rewind Series. This episode was originally broadcast as Series 1 Episode 8. In it, I talk about Peter Green's most expensive guitar, The biggest ever effects pedal and Seasick Steve. Theme music…

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Coming up after the Break. 1:04:41

4M ago1:04:41

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All the food groups get ticked this week, including politicks? Brian blows his horn - or is that his TRUMPet? - on the latest from the US elections. Is it game over in the footy tipping or will there be a late surge or a sneaky Fine-Hillier manoeuvre that will turn the tables? There is a big serving of sport from AFL to Euros to cricket plus some g…

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The Rewind Series - Thin Lizzy - Live and Dangerous 22:36

4M ago22:36

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In anticipation of Series 3 of Rod's Ramblings this is the episode from Series 1 regarding one of the best live albums ever recorded. The episode contains contributions from the band members. Brian Downey, Scott Gorham and Brian Robertson. Theme music is 'Late Night Ramble' by River Run Dry supplied by Epidemic Sounds. If you've enjoyed listening, …

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The Rewind Series - Remembering The Old Grey Whistle Test 13:20

4M ago13:20

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In anticipation of Series 3 of Rod's Ramblings this is episode was originally broadcast in 2022. In it I discuss my memories of the programme and include Bob Harris recalling his infamous run in with Sid Vicious. Theme tune is 'Late Night Ramble' by River Run Dry. Music supplied by Epidemic Sounds. If you've enjoyed listening please leave a message…

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The Rewind Series - Genesis - The Peter Gabriel Years 18:53

4M ago18:53

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In recognition of Season 3 of Rod's Ramblings this episode, originally broadcast in 2022, covers the band from their inception through to the Lamb Lies Down on Broadway album, Peter Gabriel's outrageous stage outfits, the album Genesis Live, and the stories behind the songs, Get 'em out by Friday, The Musical Box, Return of the Giant Hogweed and Wa…

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The Rewind Series - Remembering Top of The Pops 11:59

4M ago11:59

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In anticipation of the launch of Series 3 this is the second ever episode, originally broadcast in 2022. I talk about my memories of Blackfoot Sue, a local band, appearing on the show, The Elecrtic Light Orchestra, Alice Cooper and Salvador Dali. Theme music is 'Late Night Ramble' by River Run Dry. All music provided by Epidemic Sounds. If you've e…

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The Rewind Series - Kevin Rowland and Dexy's Midnight Runners 17:42

4M ago17:42

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In anticipation of Series 3 of Rod's Ramblings this is the episode from series 1 regarding Kevin Rowland and Dexy's Midnight Runners. It was originally broadcast in August 2022 following their appearance at The Commonwealth Games. Theme music is 'Late Night Ramble' by River Run Dry reproduced courtesy of Epidemic Sounds. If you've enjoyed listening…

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EPISODE 185: The Amazing History of the NHL with NHL Trivia Master and Historian Liam Maguire 2:07:23

4M ago2:07:23

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INTERVIEW BEGINS AT : 32:00 You think you love hockey? Think you know hockey? Well, if you want to know everything there is to know about the greatest game on ice (sorry curling) and the NHL there is only one person to talk to, and that's historian, author, emcee, host, keynote speaker and official trivia master of the NHL the great Liam Maguire. W…

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The Rewind Series - My First Podcast - Fireball by Deep Purple 13:30

4M ago13:30

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In anticipation of Series 3 of Rod's Ramblings, this is the very first episode, originally broadcast in 2022. I discuss the first album I ever owned, and the famous introduction to the title track. There are contributions from members of the band. Theme tune is 'Late Night Ramble' by River Run Dry. Music provided by Epidemic Sounds. If you've enjoy…

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The Rewind Series -Tom Petty, The Heartbreakers and The Travelling Wilburys 23:14

4M ago23:14

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In anticipation of Series 3 of Rod's Ramblings here is episode 11 of Series 1, Tom Petty, The Heartbreakers and The Travelling Wilburys. which was originally broadcast in July 2022. Theme music is 'Late Night Ramble' by River Run Dry reproduced courtesy of Epidemic Sounds. If you've enjoyed listening please leave a message. I'd love to know what yo…

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Harmonious Histories - Trailer 2:42

4M ago2:42

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Great news! Rod's Ramblings is back for a new season. Here is the trailer highlighting what the show is about and inviting you to join me on my Classical Music discovery. Each episode will contain facts, stories and amusing anecdotes from the classical music world with a bit of great 'royalty free music thrown in. Theme music is 'Late Night Ramble'…

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For Medicinal Purposes Only 1:04:35

4M ago1:04:35

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Brian is as shaky as the Giants' spot in the AFL top 8, but as Toby Green as he might feel, he soldiered on, not to mention he is still leading the Lenny's Fine Food Footy Tipping. But let's not mention that. Finey is no shrinking violet, so he is pretty peeved at the downsizing of many of our favourite food items, from ice creams to hamburgers. Th…

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EPISODE 184: True Crime and Serial Killer History With Legendary Author Harold Schechter 1:37:51

4M ago1:37:51

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INTERVIEW BEGINS AT : 30:00 What is it that fascinates us when it comes to serial killers and their horrific crimes. How is it that "serial killer culture" is even a thing, or how "murderabilia" is a collectors' hobby? Top selling author Harold Schechter joins us today to talk about his career as a true crime author and historian Harold is the auth…

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Is Your Average Joe. 1:02:06

4M ago1:02:06

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Brian is not your average Joe, as anyone who has seen him on stage already knows, but he might be an average Joe Biden impersonator. At least that would explain his performance this week. There is new ink for Finey and he shares his body mapping experience - warts and all. Kev brings the set list of the Rolling Stones' current tour for discussion a…

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On a Scale of 1 to 10, this show is a ... 1:00:57

4M ago1:00:57

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The reviews are in and Brian is a smash star of the Countdown Show according to RnR's resident reviewer and lounge lizard- Freakin' Kenny Francis. Hear all the gross, Sorry goss and backstage whispers. Adjust the volume and your expectations accordingly. Plus Finey and Kev share their precious Countdown memories (cause Brian can't remember what he …

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Have We Met? 59:56

5M ago59:56

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Welcome to the Jungle warfare. Brian loads up both barrels for a Rambo like attack on Guns N' Roses in the music chat this week. Unlike Kev, Finey sees no romance in the AFL's father son rule and wants immediate changes. He'd also like changes in the current order in the Lenny's Fine Foods Footy Tipping competition. Who's on last is not amusing him…

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Colin Who? I thought he said Wrexham! 1:05:41

5M ago1:05:41

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The reason for Finey's absence from the last show is revealed, along with a few other things which may or may not add to the entertainment value of the show, but might explain his footy tips. Brian is unhappy about being snubbed again for the King's Birthday honours but Kev has a solution. Musically, it's all about Cold Chisel as they gear up for t…

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EPISODE 183: It's Time to Talk about Time and all it's Weirdness With Tim Swartz and Kurt Konecny 1:59:33

5M ago1:59:33

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INTERVIEW BEGINS AT : 33:45 Time, what is time? How does it work? Is it real or just a man made construct? Can we travel Time, What are Time Slips??? These and many other questions can be explored in the new book Weird Time: Exploring the Mysteries of Time and Space by Tim Swartz and Sean Casteel featuring essays and chapters by a whos who of the w…

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