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Good Weekend Talks features in-depth conversations with the people fascinating Australians right now, from sport to politics to the arts, business and beyond, interviewed weekly by the country's top journalists. Consider it a magazine for your ears.

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Stephanie Alexander is a national icon: an internationally renowned cooking guru, best-selling writer and inspirational founder of a nationwide kitchen-garden scheme for schoolkids. She's also the final arbiter of kitchen disputes in homes all over A... more

Bob Carr has done hard jobs before. He was premier of NSW for 10 years, and later served as foreign minister under Julia Gillard’s government. But when his beloved wife, Helena, died suddenly of a brain aneurysm in 2023, he faced the hardest job of h... more

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In this episode, we talk to Courtney Barnett, who broke into the musical mainstream a little over a decade ago as an Aussie singer-songwriter with deadpan delivery, with work veering from the witty and rambling to something evoking Margaret Atwood. T... more

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Kathy Lette is a comic writer and pioneering voice in contemporary feminism whose first book, Puberty Blues, was published in 1979. Co-authored with Gabrielle Carey, it catapulted her into the public eye, horrifying her headmistress mother with its g... more

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Recent Guests

Bob Carr
Former Premier of New South Wales and former Foreign Minister, author of Bring Back Yesterday
Author, Bring Back Yesterday; former NSW Premier and Australian Minister
Episode: Bob Carr on grief and 'the left-over life' after his wife's death
Courtney Barnett
Australian singer-songwriter known for deadpan delivery
Episode: Courtney Barnett on songwriting, her deadpan delivery – and what she did next
Kathy Lette
Author and feminist writer
Episode: Kathy Lette on female betrayal: ‘More painful than divorce’
Martin Luther King III
Civil rights activist and son of Martin Luther King Jr.
Episode: Martin Luther King III on retaining hope in today’s world: ‘Civility has been temporarily lost’
Jon Lovett
Former speechwriter for Barack Obama, progressive activist, and co-host of Pod Save America.
Episode: Pod Save America’s Jon Lovett on hope – and comedy – in the midst of a Trump presidency
Tania Lacy
A comedy pioneer and TV star known for her role on Australian television.
Episode: She was one of the biggest TV stars of the 1980s. What happened next to Tania Lacy?
John Polson
Founder of Tropfest, actor, and director
Episode: John Polson on bringing ‘Tropfest’ back from the dead, with a little help from Margot Robbie
Mitch Brown
Former AFL player and the first publicly bisexual senior player in the league
West Coast Eagles
Episode: 'I didn’t do this for me': The AFL’s first openly queer player on coming out
Jane Harper
Bestselling crime novelist known for 'The Dry' and 'Last One Out'
Author
Episode: Jane Harper on backing yourself: "Nobody is going to pluck you out of the crowd"

Hosts

Katrina Strickland
Senior writer for Good Weekend Magazine and podcast host.
Konrad Marshall
Host of Good Weekend Talks, senior writer for Sydney Morning Herald and The Age.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 367 ratings
  • Jess Cattelly, co-founder of Sydney swingers.

    Beyond boring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KateyQuinn
    Australia8 months ago
  • Sarah Wilson

    Doomist, alarmist,realist? Interesting episode. A person who warns people of the imminent danger - who doesn’t think we are doomed yet like the doomists do, yet think that if action isn't taken, we will be doomed. A realist hopes for, or accepts only what seems possible and does not hope or expect more. A good mix of all three I think.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Litteraturepourtoujours
    Australia8 months ago
  • Diverse listening

    This podcast allows us into the lives of a range of people who open up to Konrad so easily. He's an excellent journalist and conversationalist. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VMS57
    Australia9 months ago
  • Debunking Milk

    - everyone should listen to this podcast. Extremely interesting and informative. I especially loved his facts on breastfeeding.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tweedstar
    Australia2 years ago
  • Terrific series

    This is a great series, but I particularly liked the episode of debunking milk myths. Informative, science based information and presented in an easy to understand manner. Unfortunately the presenter missed the opportunity when it came to minimising food waste to call on Matthew Evans to call on many restaurants to reduce portion sizes and thereby minimise their waste. A small point but an important one I feel

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    savuti
    Australia2 years ago

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Many reviews highlight the depth of the discussions and the relevance of issues, affirming that this podcast offers significant insights into contemporary Australian society.
The hosts are praised for their journalistic integrity and the quality of questioning, suggesting that episodes maintain an informative yet accessible approach.
Listeners appreciate the variety of topics and the inviting conversational style, suggesting the hosts are skilled at engaging a wide range of guests.

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#44
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#146
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#161
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#186
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#230
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Bob Carr on grief and 'the left-over life' after his wife's death
Q: What advice would he give to someone experiencing a major loss?
Build a network of friends, stay engaged with commitments, and lean into activities like reading, meditation, or heritage work to create a constructive routine that steadies the grieving process.
Bob Carr on grief and 'the left-over life' after his wife's death
Q: What role does memory and place play in his grieving process?
Places like Vienna and Maroubra serve as living archives of their life together, where memories can be revisited and reinterpreted, helping to keep Helena present without being overwhelmed by grief.
Bob Carr on grief and 'the left-over life' after his wife's death
Q: How did the shock of Helena's death manifest and how did he cope in the early weeks?
The shock produced a protective buffer that allowed him to complete essential tasks, such as returning home with Helena's ashes and arranging affairs, while the deeper emotional processing followed later.
Bob Carr on grief and 'the left-over life' after his wife's death
Q: Why write this book?
He wrote to externalize pain, make sense of bereavement, and provide therapeutic guidance for others who are navigating loss, believing that sharing stories prevents the past from fading away.
Kathy Lette on female betrayal: ‘More painful than divorce’
Q: How can women navigate relationships and maintain harmony after separation or divorce?
Lette emphasizes finding harmony, maintaining emotional stability for children, and cultivating allies through friendship, reminding listeners that solidarity and humor are key to moving forward.

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This podcast features in-depth conversations with influential figures shaping Australian society, exploring a wide range of topics from sports and politics to the arts and business. Well-known journalists conduct interviews, providing listeners with not only insights into the guests' experiences but also broader societal observations. Episodes include discussions on mental health, inclusivity, historical narratives, and personal journeys, making the podcast a valuable resource for those interested in multifaceted perspectives on contemporary issues in Australia. The hospitable interview style encourages guests to open up, offering a mix of personal anecdotes and professional wisdom.

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Recent guests on Good Weekend Talks include:

1. Bob Carr
2. Courtney Barnett
3. Kathy Lette
4. Martin Luther King III
5. Jon Lovett
6. Tania Lacy
7. John Polson
8. Mitch Brown

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