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The Take 5 is a music podcast where the people you love, share five songs they love. Each guest has a different theme, and the memories attached to their most beloved songs flip them to fan mode, often giving a rare insight into their creative heart. Hosted by Zan Rowe.

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Latest Episodes

Jacinda Ardern is a history-maker.

As Prime Minister of New Zealand at 37, she became only the second woman in the world to give birth while in office. But it was her leadership style that defined her time at the top, leading with empathy and kindne... more

David Byrne is a music icon.

With Talking Heads, or his many wild collaborations, and as an acclaimed solo artist, he's continually pushed the boundaries of sound, crafting some of the most iconic live performances of our time.

Over five decades, h... more

When you look back at the Australian artists who've made their mark internationally, Savage Garden are right up there.

Two guys from Brisbane who went Number 1 around the world, cracked the notoriously tough U.S. market and sold nearly 30 million a... more

Shania Twain holds the record for the biggest selling country album of all time: Come On Over.

Growing up poor in a Canadian mining town, who could have foreseen that the woman born Eileen Regina Twain would go on to sell over 100 million records, ... more

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Recent Guests

Jacinda Ardern
Former Prime Minister of New Zealand
New Zealand Government (former)
Episode: Take 5 with Jacinda Ardern
David Byrne
Musician, Talking Heads and solo artist
Self
Episode: Take 5 with David Byrne
Darren Hayes
Lead singer of Savage Garden, solo artist
Musician
Episode: Take 5 with Darren Hayes from Savage Garden
Shania Twain
Singer-songwriter and guest on Take 5
Self-identified artist, The Little Miss Twain project
Episode: Take 5 with Shania Twain
Peter Garrett
Former Midnight Oil frontman, Australian politician
Midnight Oil; Australian Parliament
Episode: Take 5 with Peter Garrett
Paul McCartney
Legendary musician, member of The Beatles; solo artist and Wings founder
The Beatles / Wings
Episode: Best Bits: Paul McCartney on The Beatles and writing a song
Kacey Musgraves
Guest on Take 5
Musgraves Music/artist
Episode: Best Bits: Kacey Musgraves on Tame Impala and Dolly Parton!
Dolly Parton
Guest on Take 5
Dolly Parton/artist
Episode: Best Bits: Kacey Musgraves on Tame Impala and Dolly Parton!
Tom DeLonge
Founding member of Blink-182, Angels and Airwaves; UFO enthusiast
Blink-182, Angels and Airwaves
Episode: Best Bits: Blink 182’s Tom DeLonge on the 80’s songs that changed his life

Host

Zan Rowe
Host of Take 5; long-time Australian music journalist and broadcaster known for thoughtful interviews and deep dives into guests' musical influences.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 959 ratings
  • Just keeps getting better and better

    Some really great interviews. Zan gives the guests plenty of space to talk - it feels like the show is just going from strength to strength.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    P_Andoman
    Australiaa year ago
  • Kevin Heaven

    I don’t know how you held it together Zan! What a beautiful man! Big fan of you both and loved the music your yarn took us on. Thank you 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jomaxi2512
    Australiaa year ago
  • Love Take 5

    In the lead up to election day … had a great time listening to Antony Green . He’s so good at his job & obviously a dedicated music fan too .

    Mel Buttle’s Take 5 was so entertaining .

    Two great episodes 👌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cossie10
    Australiaa year ago
  • Awesome podcast

    Love your work Zan, keep the great interviews coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sdlg01
    Francea year ago
  • Music memories

    Love it! One of my favourite podcasts! Great stories with music. Our very own desert island discs but better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chief Risky Woman
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Fans appreciate the cross-genre guest mix and the quality of storytelling and production.
Episodes are described as thoughtful, relaxed, and insightful, with a strong focus on musical context and memory.
Listeners praise the host's warmth and deep knowledge, noting conversations that let guests speak and share meaningful stories.

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Apple Podcasts
#214
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Apple Podcasts
#239
United Kingdom/Music
Spotify
#14
Australia/Music
Apple Podcasts
#3
Australia/Music
Apple Podcasts
#6
New Zealand/Music
Apple Podcasts
#142
Finland/Music

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Take 5 with Shania Twain
Q: What were your early performance experiences like and how did they influence your approach to making music?
I started performing very young, playing in small bars with my mother as coach, learning to connect with audiences and to improvise on the fly, which formed my storytelling approach.
Take 5 with Shania Twain
Q: What does music mean to you and how did your early experiences shape your artistry?
Music was the heartbeat of my childhood; it served as a mood switch and a form of escape, guiding my sense of self and the direction I later took in my career.
Best Bits: Blink 182’s Tom DeLonge on the 80’s songs that changed his life
Q: What sparked your interest in the Cure and meeting Robert Smith?
He explains how his fascination with The Cure grew from his brother introducing him to the band, leading to a collaboration on a Blink-182 track and ultimately studying Robert Smith's songwriting.
Best Bits: Blink 182’s Tom DeLonge on the 80’s songs that changed his life
Q: You started playing music when you were a teenager, didn't you?
Yes, DeLonge confirms he began playing during his teen years and describes how relationships and opportunities from that time led to meeting Mark Hoppus and forming Blink-182.
Hot Chip jubilant songs from the archive
Q: Tell me about your memories of Prince's influence and the joy you hear in his music.
They described Prince as a major inspiration for energy, experimentation, and childlike joy in the studio, highlighting his capacity to make complex rhythms feel uplifting and accessible.

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A music-focused interview series features intimate, long-form conversations with guests about the songs that shaped their lives, the memories attached to them, and how these five picks illuminate creative process. Guests range from rock icons to composers, chefs, actors, and broadcasters, with discussions often weaving personal history, collaboration, and cultural context into a broader view of artistry. Noteworthy elements include cross-genre guests, a calm, storytelling approach, and a format that foregrounds memory and meaning through music, making it particularly appealing to listeners who love deep, personal insights into creativity and influence.

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Recent guests on Take 5 include:

1. Jacinda Ardern
2. David Byrne
3. Darren Hayes
4. Shania Twain
5. Peter Garrett
6. Paul McCartney
7. Kacey Musgraves
8. Dolly Parton

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