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 Feb 25, 2025
Tuesday Feb 25, 2025
I always politely decline when people ask me what my Five choices would be if I were the guest, not the host, of the show.
However when asked by Vinyl Maelstrom to nominate my top ten of other people’s 5ML song choices I couldn’t resist…
Hear each song chosen by every Five of My Life guest at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60PqJQ1rg6fverFMyKvdkG
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Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
Paul Sinton-Hewitt’s parkrun is truly a global phenomenon.
From humble beginnings in 2004 it has grown to be one of the world’s biggest - and most important - sporting events; with millions taking part every week.
In this episode meet the man behind the movement that’s making the world healthier and happier one run at a time.
Hear each song chosen by every Five of My Life guest at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60PqJQ1rg6fverFMyKvdkG
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Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
Pip Courtney is an Australian icon.
Her work on ABC’s Landline TV programme for over 30 years has made her a national treasure - her compelling and empathetic weekly storytelling of agricultural issues being enjoyed by city dwellers and country folk alike.
Hear each song chosen by every Five of My Life guest at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60PqJQ1rg6fverFMyKvdkG
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Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
For Jacqui Lambie - Senator for Tasmania - no topic was off limits when she took The Five Of My Life challenge.
Nominated by Jan Fran, Jacqui tells Nigel about her suicide attempt, regrets over her education, bonk-buster novels, overcoming the odds and more, all in her trademark forthright style.
Check out the 'Five of My Life playlist' on Spotify and hear every guests chosen song: open.spotify.com/playlist/60PqJQ1rg6fverFMyKvdkG
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Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Leaving the Jehovah Witness church is always difficult, but even more so when you're a Lebanese Lesbian. Stand-up Naomi Mourra has taken her challenging life experiences and turned them into comedy, as revealed in her thoughtful Five Of My Life Choices.
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Tuesday Jan 14, 2025
Tuesday Jan 14, 2025
Host Nigel Marsh speaks to Osher Günsberg, one of Australia’s most recognisable and loved media personalities. Currently on our screens as the host of The Bachelor and Bachelor in Paradise , Osher has recently written a heartfelt and revealing memoir ,‘Back after the break’ ,that shows a very different side to the one on television as does this conversation.
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Tuesday Jan 07, 2025
Tuesday Jan 07, 2025
Holly Wainwright has had a long career as a journalist and editor, most recently as head of Content at Mamamia - Australia's only women's media company. Author of four best-selling books and host of two of the country's most successful podcasts, Holly's honest, relatable and wise commentary has earned her an army of followers.
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Tuesday Dec 31, 2024
Tuesday Dec 31, 2024
The globally renowned neurosurgeon is named as one of Australia’s most trusted people for taking on the cases others class as hopeless and synonymous for speaking his mind.
Hear each song chosen by every Five of My Life guest at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60PqJQ1rg6fverFMyKvdkG
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Tuesday Dec 24, 2024
Tuesday Dec 24, 2024
Amanda Keller is one of Australia's most successful and most loved media personalities. Whether it be hosting the nation's most listened to radio show or presenting a number of top rated TV programs, Amanda has been at the head of the field for over 30 years. Also a respected author, actress and journalist - this episode beautifully demonstrates her natural talent and pure authenticity responding to the Five of My Life Challenge.
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Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
Crab fishing with his dad in QLD and a cheating girlfriend. Host Nigel Marsh unlocks the funny stories behind Matt Okine's success in comedy, writing, TV and breakfast radio for Triple J.
Hear each song chosen by every Five of My Life guest at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60PqJQ1rg6fverFMyKvdkG
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