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Sep 29, 2026 · 1:49
Your Will is one of the most important documents you’ll ever create. Australian Red Cross in partnership with HWLE Lawyers are running All About Wills: Your Questions Answered, a…
Sep 29, 2026 · 14:43
Annual Battle of Britain commemorations in Australia take place each September to honour the Australian pilots and ground crew who served with the Royal Air Force during the 1940…
Sep 28, 2026 · 31:02
Australia's internationally best-selling author of action thriller books sits down with us from his office in Los Angeles. Matthew talks about the return of detective Sam…
Sep 26, 2026 · 29:00
Prof Shalin Naik, from WEHI, speaks with the Radio Show about the Seniors Festival Seminar, as part of Victorian Seniors Festival. Licence To Kill...Cancer will take place at…
Sep 25, 2026 · 53:35
On a cool, cold, rainy September Saturday, The Selection Table travels to the MCG for the 2026 Grand Final. Amongst the mix, there are people desperate for a ticket, Kylie…
Sep 24, 2026 · 14:15
The Selection Table's NRL Expert, Michael Bridger gives his insight into the competitions Preliminary Finals Round. Michael talks about Daly Cherry - Evans and the veterans…
Sep 21, 2026 · 43:18
In his debut book, Paul Folino Gallo speaks about Remembering Elysha and navigating loss in the wake of losing his young wife, Elysha, to influenza while on holiday in New York.…
Sep 19, 2026 · 18:27
The Last Post Radio Show speaks with the NFSA's Assistant Curator, Jillian MacKenzie - To help celebrate the 50th anniversary of the 1976 film, Caddie the NFSA has restored the…
Sep 18, 2026 · 14:44
To celebrate his birthday, Michael Bridger gives his insight into this Semi-Final round of the NRL. Michael renames the Cronulla Sharks, 'The Gummies' and calls for a Royal…
Sep 17, 2026 · 34:44
A week closer to the Grand Final, Ben Eames and Greg T Ross discuss the two matches that make up this weekends Preliminary Finals. Ben throws light on the Saturday 5.15pm start…
Sep 14, 2026 · 24:51
With a career spanning 56 years, John Paul Young has turned his attention and talent to The Men's Shed as their new Ambassador and to their podcast series, The Shed Wireless. In…
Sep 12, 2026 · 38:20
Kbora Ali was nine-years old, the youngest of seven children, when she arrived in Australia. Here, we discuss her book, First of Her Kind, co-written with her sister, Razia,…
Sep 10, 2026 · 35:29
On The Selection Table, Michael Bridger spreads a strong rumour, talks about the Tennessee Tigers, a very strong discussion, and the potential wearing of speedos in Hawaii. In…
Sep 8, 2026 · 19:21
In this episode of The Last Post Radio Show, we speak with Prof. Tom Denson about his recent piece, Feeling Angry? Don't let off steam. Try these tips instead. Tom takes us…
Sep 7, 2026 · 54:23
The Last Post Radio Show speaks with political historian, speechwriter and author, Joshua Black about his new book. Joshua examines the belief that our politicians have, over the…
Sep 6, 2026 · 1:07
On the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan, an exclusive celebration by Bradford Mint with commemorative coins. bradfordmint.com.au
Sep 6, 2026 · 7:02
On a visit to Stockholm, amongst the Swedish capitals over 70 museums, Mary Anne finds one dedicated to Benny, Bjorn, Agnetha and Anni-Frid - The Abba Museum. Walk in and dance…
Sep 3, 2026 · 44:35
Singer-songwriter Ami Williamson speaks with the Radio Show about her first album in 7 years, Sing You Out of Me . In this album are songs about private reflection, social…
Sep 3, 2026 · 40:02
From the farm of football clairvoyant, Dr Hamish McCaimish, we get the latest AFL finals picks and insights from Ben Eames and picks from Michael on the NRL Round 27 Plus as an…
Sep 2, 2026 · 56:28
Is being in a "family" the same as being a neighbour? Not according to author Joanne Wallis who has produced her (with Jack Corbett) must-read book on the subject. For diplomats,…
Aug 30, 2026 · 54:44
Award-winning journalist and author Kate Legge speaks with the Radio Show about her new book, Delicious. In a place where recipes are like poetry and the enjoyment of meals with…
Aug 27, 2026 · 54:21
Artificial intelligence is one of the megatrends of this moment. Its time has come, and it is disrupting how we work, create, and learn at a fundamental level. But what do all…
Aug 26, 2026 · 57:58
Still seething from the Roosters upset loss last week, our NRL expert Michael Bridger goes through Round 26. In this episode, Michael finally admits he has "no idea", is glad he…
Aug 25, 2026 · 0:56
Fifteen years old this year. Please support The Last Post magazine by taking out a yearly subscription. Only $50 (mailing cost included) for the Anzac Day and Remembrance Day…
Aug 25, 2026 · 59:52
In this comprehensive discussion on mental health, Dr Alex Lim, consultant psychiatrist and expert in psychotraumaology, speaks with The Last Post Radio Show about mental health…
Aug 24, 2026 · 27:53
In the middle of their 2026 reunion tour, Mental As Anything's Peter O'Doherty chats about how it's all going, and, with Greedy gone, about Martin and Bird and doing justice to…
Aug 23, 2026 · 21:54
In this WEHI Series, Prof Peter Gibbs, Laboratory Head from Walter Eliza Hall Institute (WEHI) talks to the Radio Show about his work with bowel cancer finding out which drugs…
Aug 20, 2026 · 15:29
With 9 other ESO's, RSL Australia is opposing the proposed Federal Government decision to place a $5,000 cap on veteran access to Allied Health care. Here, in his discussion with…
Aug 19, 2026 · 1:44:12
This week on The Selection Table - Michael Bridger talks about the NRL's Round 25, a proposed trip to Stockholm, hoping for the first time in his life, that the Rabbitoh's win…
Aug 18, 2026 · 35:27
Still with vim and verve, the young ladies from the swinging sixties, gather together as Vietnam War Widows at Melbourne Legacy's event at the Windsor Hotel this Thursday, with…
Aug 17, 2026 · 1:07
18th August, 1966 - Outgunned and outnumbered, they refused to surrender. On the 60th anniversary of The Battle of Long Tan, Bradford Mint celebrates the bravery of Australian…
Aug 17, 2026 · 6:07
RSL Australia National President Peter Tinley speaks of the importance of remembrance for those who fought in the Vietnam War and, on the 60th Anniversary of The Battle of Long…
Aug 16, 2026 · 42:44
Disability advocate and adaptive athlete, Sam Longmore travelled 441 kilometres through over 20 rural and regional communities to raise $204,000 for rural mental health. In this…
Aug 13, 2026 · 23:26
Here we speak with Seymour College's Defence Mentor, Kelly Quigg-Akkersdyk, students Lyrik Loder and Ella Noble and John Phoenix, President of the local Vietnam Veterans. In this…
Aug 13, 2026 · 57:34
Brendan Cullen was diagnosed with depression in 2015 and presented himself to the Broken Hill Base Hospital. Fighting brain fog and rumination of thoughts that weren't good,…
Aug 12, 2026 · 1:24:55
Ben Eames brings his AFL expertise to The Selection Table and goes through the winners and losers of Round 23. Ben bids a farewell thanks to Tex Walker, plans to have a glass of…
Aug 11, 2026 · 1:04:53
The Last Post Radio Show speaks with author Daniel Seaton about his book, Truth Under Fire. The book covers the lives and works of World War 2 war correspondents Osmar White,…
Aug 9, 2026 · 1:00:38
In this chat, the Radio Show speaks with author Jeff Apter about his extraordinary and revealing new book on the iconic Australian band, Australian Crawl. You'll hear how the…
Aug 6, 2026 · 19:53
The Federal Minister for Veterans Affairs speaks with the Radio Show about Vietnam Veterans Day, the 60th Anniversary of The Battle of Long Tan and its significance to Australia…
Aug 5, 2026 · 1:15:50
In this latest episode of The Selection Table, Michael Bridger gives his insights and picks for Round 23 in the NRL and explains why he'll be leaving a function early to watch…
Aug 2, 2026 · 25:43
With the reported meeting between International Red Cross and Aung San Suu Kyi believed to have taken place this morning, this episode had to be brought forward for release…
Aug 2, 2026 · 32:29
Dr Mary Anne Whiting continues her travel reports from London, where she caught up with a dear friend, Countess Tikaram Sumitra de Brouchoven. Sumi speaks about her missionary…
Jul 30, 2026 · 55:34
The Last Post Radio Show speaks with author Elizabeth Tynan about her book, Nuclear Archipelago that details British nuclear testing in Australia from 1952-56, the role of…
Jul 30, 2026 · 33:40
For those approaching end-of-life, decisions made by politicians can have a profound effect. Here, we discuss with Dr Roger Hunt, a pioneer of palliative care and advisor on…
Jul 29, 2026 · 1:04:58
On this weeks The Selection Table, Ben Eames looks back at his sides performance, last week and the influence of a bloke called Daicos. Ben also gives a shout-out to his sister,…
Jul 28, 2026 · 19:38
The Last Post Radio Show speaks with singer-songwriters Ian Moss and Troy Cassar Daley about their upcoming Together Alone Tour and ahead of the release of their double-live…
Jul 28, 2026 · 38:53
Australia's award-winning author and musician Dave Warner, speaks with the Radio Show about his latest book, his upcoming tour, his new lyrics book and wonders whether to send a…
Jul 23, 2026 · 15:07
In this latest episode of the travels of Dr Mary Anne, we are taken to the beautiful Spanish city of Cordoba and the 8th century Mosque Cathedral. A five-acre structure, using…
Jul 23, 2026 · 48:49
This story with writer David Free starts off with the story of a pet cat, diagnosed with cancer, and AI's response to that. Here, David Free argues the case for the importance of…
Jul 22, 2026 · 1:02:27
On this weeks' The Selection Table, Michael Bridger breaks down Round 21 in the NRL. Michael recalls a trip up the M1, many years ago to see the Knights v The Roosters and…
Jul 20, 2026 · 22:23
The Last Post Radio Show speaks with singer-songwriter Fred Smith about his work and observations whilst in Afghanistan and the songs that came from that. Fred also speaks about…
Jul 16, 2026 · 31:47
In this, the final episode of the Invictus Australia series, we speak with Invictus Australia's Neil Burgin about the previous episodes and the evidence-based role of sport as a…
Jul 16, 2026 · 22:26
Directed by Hayden Keenan and starring Tracy Mann, Julie Barry, Moira Maclaine, David Argue and others, this film, produced in 1982, was lost to audiences until found in a bin in…
Jul 15, 2026 · 1:03:44
On this episode of The Selection Table, Ben Eames looks at AFL Round 19, talking about Geelong, their coach and their team changes. Ben also gives the lowdown on the numbers…
Jul 15, 2026 · 8:42
Here we speak with NBCF Head of Community Fundraising, Lana Do Canto. Register now to walk or run 56km during the month of August to help breast cancer research and the 56…
Jul 13, 2026 · 5:10
With poetry and free-style writing from Greg T Ross, Dr Melanie Jensen, Jeremy Roberts, Richard Lawson, Stephen House and others.
Jul 12, 2026 · 46:59
The Last Post Radio Show speaks with author, historian Peter Mitchell about his latest book, I'll Walk Beside You, a sequel to last years Under The Same Moon . In this…
Jul 12, 2026 · 37:10
In the world today, stress has become almost the norm. In this chat, Elizabeth Jane talks about how to take steps to minimise stress. Amidst discussion on self-care, a focus on…
Jul 9, 2026 · 18:58
In conversation with Mudgee Arts Precinct Gallery Curator Lizzy Galloway about Reg Mombassa's Up The Golden Highway Exhibition that reflects the golden and the red and the…
Jul 8, 2026 · 1:10:24
Michael Bridger takes us in to the Bridger household on the night of the Blues' historic win in the State-of-Origin decider and gives us his view on the status of the…
Jul 7, 2026 · 28:53
The Last Post Radio Show sits down with IGY6 Ambassador + Chair, John Giampino. John speaks about his role and transition and the support that IGY6 offers veterans, first…
Jul 6, 2026 · 19:41
In this inclusive and intimate episode, intrepid traveller and The Last Post Radio Show foreign correspondent Dr Mary Anne Whiting (Wing Commander Retired) takes us to the…
Jul 5, 2026 · 12:24
Sounds of Australia is a collection that celebrates the recordings that have shaped our nation. From 1896 until now. Nominate now to have your favourite piece put into the NFSA…
Jul 5, 2026 · 35:12
Author and historian, Mia Martin Hobbs speaks with the Radio Show about her new book and the word Anzac, asking what has it come to portray and mean. Mia speaks about Australian…
Jul 1, 2026 · 55:15
In this episode of The Selection Table, Ben gives his AFL insights and predictions, happy to say bye-bye to the byes, examines Brisbane's re-awakening, gives his thoughts on…
Jun 30, 2026 · 32:41
The Last Post Radio Show speaks with GMR CEO Miriam Kent about their amazing new podcast series. Miriam speaks with us about amplifying the story of the patient and those…
Jun 28, 2026 · 48:21
Shannon Hennessy is the CEO of VESPIIA (Veterans, Emergency Services + Police Industry Institute of Australia). Here, on the back of VESPIIA's 5th policy paper-release, in the…
Jun 25, 2026 · 1:28
Tune in, anytime, anywhere, to this great new podcast series with guests that leave you wanting more. Voices of Gallipoli Medical Research, out now on Apple, Spotify and all good…
Jun 24, 2026 · 53:02
Ben Eames looks at AFL matches coming up for Round 16 and talks about how Brisbane might go after the Bye, how GWS may be at The Last Chance Corral, asks if Nick Daicos listens…
Jun 24, 2026 · 10:06
Amidst the ancient history, culture and artwork of Espana, Mary Anne first takes us to the Spanish village of Zahara de la Sierra to learn more of the Festival of Corpus Christi…
Jun 23, 2026 · 22:46
Bradley Manera, Curator at the Anzac Memorial, Hyde Park and Amanda Penrose Hart, participating artist, discuss their experience of retracing the footsteps of the Allied soldiers…
Jun 21, 2026 · 44:01
A conversation with Intensive Care Specialist, Clinical Ethicist and poet, Dr Melanie Jensen. Melanie is in the frontline of hospital work and spends her working life trying to…
Jun 17, 2026 · 48:12
Michael Bridger talks about how he loves the MCG but still feels no need to talk about the NRL State-of-Origin 2. Michael also speaks about the toilet and bar facilities at…
Jun 15, 2026 · 54:10
TLP Radio Show speaks with historian and author, Frank Bongiorno about his new book, edited with Carolyn Holbrook and Joshua Black, that examines the legacy of the 1980's Hawke…
Jun 14, 2026 · 9:47
We return to the travels of Dr Mary Anne Whiting...joining her for breakfast in Tangier, from Casablanca to Marrakesh, the Atlas Mountains, small towns with carpetmakers and…
Jun 10, 2026 · 56:18
Ben Eames and Michael Bridger give their thoughts on the coming rounds of AFL + NRL. Ben gets stuck into Chris Scott, Collingwood and umpiring and reasons on players difficulty…
Jun 9, 2026 · 33:52
Author, columnist, social commentator Jane Caro speaks with The Last Post Radio Show about her 2026 education essay, Rich Kid, Poor Kid
Jun 9, 2026 · 16:38
Young veterans, Luke Adamson and Benny Yoemans have joined together to produce strikingly beautiful sporting guernseys for clubs around Australia. And, at the same time, raise…
Jun 7, 2026 · 47:31
I became engaged in this book, in this conversation to a degree I had not expected. Here, I speak with Karin Keays, travel-writer and author and the wife of the late-Jim Keays,…
Jun 3, 2026 · 1:05:04
Watching yachties in Townsville, walking around in his speedos and still getting over the Roosters loss, Michael Bridger gives his NRL tips and insights into Round 14. Our AFL…
Jun 2, 2026 · 3:30
Wing Commander (Retd) Dr Mary Anne Whiting, continues her travels for The Last Post Radio Show and takes us back to a famous 1942 movie
May 31, 2026 · 21:33
From June 1 - August 1, Griffith University in Queensland honours world renowned photojournalist Tim Page, with this expressive exhibition. Tim was a definitive photojournalist…
May 28, 2026 · 38:44
We speak with author, Chef, Kishwar Chowdhury about her latest book and how it is an aesthetic delight. Kishwar speaks about her parents arrival in Australia, with a…
May 27, 2026 · 57:03
For the coming rounds, NRL's Michael Bridger reflects on seeing Wednesday nights State-of-Origin from a bar in Fiji and speaks about E-Bike injuries, the woeful Dragons and why…
May 26, 2026 · 6:10
Wing Commander (retd) Dr Mary Anne Whiting joins The Last Post Radio Show with this evocative report from Morocco's economic and business capital, Casablanca. Mary Anne invites…
May 25, 2026 · 31:03
The Last Post Radio Show speaks with author and journalist Martin McKenzie Murray about his intimate look at the lives of three first responders, The Paramedic, The Copper, The…
May 24, 2026 · 18:00
Peter Simms from Land Title Communities, speaks with the Radio Show about creating micro-suburbs and communities on sites around the country. And, without compromising quality or…
May 21, 2026 · 15:39
The Last Post Radio Show speaks with National Film + Sound Archives' Curatorial Assistant, Dr Zach Karpinellison. We chat with Zach about his role in the upkeep, repairing and…
May 20, 2026 · 51:03
Listen in as our NRL expert Michael Bridger and AFL expert Ben Eames give their selections on who will win and why. With a special bonus as Michael dissects next Wednesday nights…
May 19, 2026 · 46:33
After disco came punk and then post-punk and new wave. From a military family, clinical psychologist John Watts created Fischer Z, a group that morphed into art-punk. Formed in…
May 17, 2026 · 44:20
Delving deep into the archives of Australian history, we speak with historian Effie Karageorgos about her new book, Quiet Protest. The Vietnam War sparked the largest…
May 14, 2026 · 20:14
Singer-songwriter Michael G Jones speaks with the Radio Show about the story behind his new single, They Do Us Proud. Michael speaks about the connection to his serving son and…
May 13, 2026 · 34:59
Ben Eames and Michael Bridger sit down at the selection table and give a match-by-match summary. With Greg Champion and host Greg T Ross.
May 12, 2026 · 29:19
Here, we speak with writer, historian Stephen Vagg about Outpost, a forgotten TV Play, filmed in 1959. Outpost is set in 1943, deep in the New Guinea jungle with Australian…
May 9, 2026 · 23:03
In the beginning the NDIS was created to save money and now it's blown out, amidst urgings for state and territorial governments to step up. Ahead of the Federal Budget, The Last…
May 7, 2026 · 12:10
A story of miraculous survival and an amazing life. The Australian College of Nursing Foundation partners with SA Film Maker Ash Starkey to produce a documentary about Vivian…
May 6, 2026 · 43:19
The Selection Table - Listen to Ben Eames and Michael Bridger give their tips and reasons why for the coming rounds of AFL and NRL matches this weekend. With help from Greg…
May 5, 2026 · 56:47
From Daniel Reynaud's new book, listen to Daniel tell the story of Walter Dexter, Australia's most decorated chaplain. Decorated three times over two wars with a disdain for…
May 2, 2026 · 43:57
The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Uncle Col Watego OAM, about Serving Country , a landmark exhibition that is now available in book form. Attached to that and on the back of…
Apr 30, 2026 · 59:18
The Last Post Radio Show speaks with Prof and author Paul Strangio about his new book, The Alchemy of Leadership, a look at and account and stocktake of Australian politics in…
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