Five of My Life

In the Five Of My Life challenge, author Nigel Marsh chats to people from all walks of life, about the 5 choices - a Film, Book, Song, Place and Possession - that enable them to tell the stories of their lives. Contact Nigel and discover his books at nigelmarsh.com

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Episodes

Tuesday Nov 22, 2022

In this mini episode, Nigel explains why his next guest, on Five of My Life, is special to him. Join Nigel and Nancy Kline next week and hear what's behind her Five of My Life choices.
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#83 Stuart Spence

Tuesday Nov 15, 2022

Tuesday Nov 15, 2022

International renown photographer Stuart Spence, has snapped some of the most famous people on the planet. His eclectic work has been exhibited in galleries around the world and his pictures graced the covers of magazines as varied as Rolling Stone and New Scientist.  An author and deep thinker, Stuart's  photography is a mystical process which is heard through his thoughtful Five of My Life choices.
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#82 Mikey Robbins

Tuesday Nov 01, 2022

Tuesday Nov 01, 2022

Mikey Robins is an Australian media personality, comedian, radio host and writer. He has entertained thousands over the years with his stints on radio and television and now has a podcast called Heroes and Howlers. In this open chat about his five selections, Mikey shows gratitude for a full and fun life so far.
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#81 Five of the Best - Places

Tuesday Oct 18, 2022

Tuesday Oct 18, 2022

Connection to physical place will always be one of the most powerful drivers of meaning, memory and happiness. In this episode we revisit the special places chosen by Taryn Brumfitt, Layne Beachley, Rosie Waterland, Monica Mcinerney and Sarah Wilson.
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#80 Emile Sherman

Tuesday Oct 04, 2022

Tuesday Oct 04, 2022

Emile Sherman is an Oscar winning film producer and co-host of the podcast The Principle of Charity. The's Kings Speech, Lion, Power of the Dog and Rabbit Proof Fence are some of his well known productions. In his response to the Five of My Life challenge, Emile shares his love of philosophy and provides fascinating insights into his love of filmmaking. 
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#79 Mick Colliss

Tuesday Sep 20, 2022

Tuesday Sep 20, 2022

Mick Colliss is best known for his hilarious book 'Full Contact Sudoko', he's also a poet, radio host and much in-demand public speaker. In this wonderfully 'Australian' chat he shares how his dream became a reality in the most unexpected way.
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#78 Wendy McCarthy

Tuesday Sep 06, 2022

Tuesday Sep 06, 2022

Wendy McCarthy is one of Australia's most revered public figures. As a feminist icon, author and businesswoman, Wendy has worked for reform in many important sectors in Australia. Her Five of My Life choices reflect this, her deep advocacy for women's reproductive rights  and her desire for equality.
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#77 Five of the Best - Fathers

Tuesday Aug 23, 2022

Tuesday Aug 23, 2022

To mark Father’s Day in Australia, I’ve put together a ‘best of’ episode with a collection of stories from five guests about their Dads. Join Damian Callinan, Gus Worland, Rabbi Jeffrey Kamins, Rob Carlton and Julia Gillard as they share moving and intimate reflections on their fathers through their Five Of My Life Choices.
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#76 Stuart Dickinson

Tuesday Aug 09, 2022

Tuesday Aug 09, 2022

Stuart Dickinson, Australia's most-capped Rugby Union referee and the only Australian to referee three Rugby World Cups, is a modest and impressive guest. He was once nearly shot at point blank range by a would-be robber, but little did the assailant know, he was also an undercover cop at the time.  Stuart is a passionate leader and 'one-off'.
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#75 Tom Tilley

Tuesday Jul 26, 2022

Tuesday Jul 26, 2022

Tom Tilley's backstory is as fascinating as his list of achievements is impressive. Having grown up in a religious cult, Tom finally broke free to chart his own course becoming, amongst other things, Australia's leading voice in current affairs to young people. 
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