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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Tuesday Aug 17, 2021
Tuesday Aug 17, 2021
“We can’t get everything we want” says the wonderful Julia Zemiro, in this warm and revealing conversation covering drinking, midlife crisis, trust and regrets.
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Tuesday Jul 27, 2021
Tuesday Jul 27, 2021
Norman Swan is regularly referred to as Australia’s most trusted doctor. In this intimate chat he opens up about his fear of dying, the upsides and downsides of working for the ABC, being Jewish and the importance of being your own boss.
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Tuesday Jul 06, 2021
Tuesday Jul 06, 2021
“You can’t learn anything without failing”. From growing up a Jehovah’s Witness to creating the world’s most successful feminist podcast, Deborah’s 5 reveal stories that are ever bit as wise as they are engaging.
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Tuesday Jun 15, 2021
Tuesday Jun 15, 2021
The ‘David Attenborough of Australian society’ - Hugh has studied Australians for over 60 years. Here he talks about his lifelong regrets, our common humanity - and his belief that we should never ask ‘why?’ in our relationship.
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Tuesday May 25, 2021
Tuesday May 25, 2021
Heartbreaking tragedy, cerebral palsy, deep family secrets, the world’s greatest speeches and the nature of fame : celebrated author and media personality Tony Wilson covers them all whilst discussing his 5
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Tuesday May 04, 2021
Tuesday May 04, 2021
In discussing her 5 Silvia Colloca - opera singer, actress and celebrity chef - reveals amongst other things her love of heavy metal, Nonna’s Polenta and female friendship. As well as her sadness over family tragedy
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Tuesday Apr 20, 2021
Tuesday Apr 20, 2021
Losing a parent at a very early age, anxiety, mindfulness and finding the courage to avoid sleep walking through life: entertainer and no 1 radio host Jo Stanley reveals her 5.
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Tuesday Mar 30, 2021
Tuesday Mar 30, 2021
Credited by Wil Anderson as the key reason for The Gruen Transfer’s remarkable success , Russel Howcroft is one of Australia’s most respected media personalities. Discover how his ‘Healthy, Happy and Honest’ mantra has stood him in good stead across all his varied roles as he discusses his 5.
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Tuesday Mar 09, 2021
Tuesday Mar 09, 2021
Monica McInerney’s talent for putting herself in other people’s shoes has led to extraordinary literary success. But how did a small town ‘Railway Children’ upbringing shape her? Listen as one of life’s great storytellers takes us movingly through her 5 to find out.
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Tuesday Feb 16, 2021
Tuesday Feb 16, 2021
Andrew Penfold’s passion and dedication to closing the gap has led to over a decade of remarkable results. Through his five choices Andrew tells the story of his nation changing work - and the surprising, tragic and moving events on the journey to his role today.
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