
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.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 534 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Music | |||

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Take 5 is turning 20!
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Brilliant guests, brilliant host with an infectious laugh! Thanks down under.
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.
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 🙏
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 👌
Love your work Zan, keep the great interviews coming!
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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. Bernard Fanning
2. Darren Middleton
3. Denis Lyxzén
4. Annie Mac
5. Aloe Blacc
6. Anna Calvi
7. Calvin Harris
8. Pia Miranda
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