Don't Shoot The Messenger

An early record for Caro and Corrie - the perfect excuse for Corrie to still be in slippers (there’s a story behind them too). [6.00] https://www.bertieslippers.com.au

We kick off with a bit of housekeeping then it’s off to CHOGM. Will Prince Charles get the Queen’s gig? [8.00]. 

We head back to the MCG to touch on Eddie Maguire’s involvement in shaping the future of AFL Grand Finals [14.00}, then take a turn Trump and Comey’s way [22.00].

After Malcom Turnbull’s recent run in with hazy John Farnham lyrics - Caro and Corrie want to know ‘What Songs Lyrics Have You Stuffed Up?’. [25.30]. https://www.facebook.com/dontshootpod/ 

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In Books, Screen and Food - Corrie’s been fascinated by Tom Bower’s bio of Prince Charles ‘The Rebel Prince’, Caro’s found a new series to fill her recent Netflix void and Corrie share’s the best recipe for Coconut Macaroons ever (thanks to her friend Jill). [28.00].

Caro’s Grumpy about Possums [37.00] and in 6 Quick Questions [39.00] Caro and Corrie talk AFL, Neil Finn’s recruitment to Fleetwood Mac plus Caro reminisces about Olympic Opening Ceremonies. 

Corrie’s ‘Crush of the Week’ is Beyonce [42.45], plus Caro’s ‘GLT’ involves champagne.

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Corrie Perkin and Caroline Wilson tip Round 4 of the AFL season. 

 

Round 1 - 6 all (as we missed tipping this round). 

Round 2 - Corrie 8/9, Caro 4/9

Round 3 - Corrie 4/9, Caro 8/9

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We kick off with a little housekeeping this week and a few apologies! Then it's on to PM Turnbull and THAT 30th News Poll and Corrie's critique of Bill Shorten who seems to lack a bit of 'cut through' of late. [10:00]

With the Royals in the country we discuss Prince Charles the royal visit and get a sneak peak at Corrie's reading for next week Tom Bower's 'Rebel Prince'. [16.00]

We scrutinise some recent journalistic decisions and weird reporting - including the Michael Clarke 'comeback' story and the latest revelations in the Geoffrey Rush saga. [20.30].

Plus it's 50 years since Bernie Taupina and Elton John met and began creating incredible music - Caro and Corrie choose a few of their favourites from this songwriting power house. [25.30].

In Books, Screen and Food - Caro's been reading 'The Yellow Papers' by Dominique Wilson, Corrie's been bingeing on the TV series 'Occupied' on Netflix and Caro shares her favourite Bill Granger 'Salad Nicoise'. [32.45]

Corrie's very grumpy about a customer experience at her bank [42.00] and in 'Six Quick Questions' we talk codewords, Carlton Football Club, Golf and Bridge. [44.00].

Caro gives her 'Crush Of the Week' Daisy Pearce a huge rap. 

Corrie shares a GLT for anyone being challenged by toddlers eating habits. [51.30]

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In Round 2 - Corrie picked 8 out of 9, Caro 4 out of 9.

Let's see how they go with Round 3.

Corrie Perkin and Caroline Wilson are joined by Caro's husband (and state political reporter for Channel 7 news) Brendan Donohoe. 

Caro talks 'Tiges on Tour' and a wonderful few days in Adelaide, Brendan explains the 'Good Friday Fiasco' in the Victorian State Parliament and on the federal scene we take a look at the formation of the 'Monash Forum'. Plus we ask 'where to from here?' for Australian Cricket. 

In 'BSF' - Corrie's got a great great recommendation for your Book Club with 'The Death of Noah Glass' by Gail Jones, Brendan and Caro have been bingeing on 'Collateral' on Netfix and Caro shares the recipe for 'Bang Bang Chicken'. 

Caro's grumpy with  Jeff Kennett and we talk golf, the Royals, Wayne Newton and much more in '6 Quick Questions'.

Ahead of the extended Easter long weekend Round 2 of AFL - Caro, Corrie and producer Jane talked tips, and a little bit of festive food as well.

This week we talk footy after Round 1 of the AFL and the AFLW Grand Final. 

Caro and Corrie discuss 'Australian sport's blackest day' after the shock revelations of ball tampering by Aussie cricketers in South Africa. 

We're inspired by the  'March For Our Lives' rally in Washington and talk Trump, as things heat up in the White House. 

In BSF - Corrie checks out a wonderful cookbook 'Feasting - A New Take On Jewish Cooking' by Amanda Ruben, Caro shares her rave review of her son Ned Donohoe's new documentary film 'Little Joe' which takes us into the world of rave parties and Corrie shares a delicious mixed tomato salad fromOstro.

Caro's grumpy about foul language at the footy and in '6 Quick Questions' it's everything from Hot Cross Buns v Easter Eggs to Derryn Hinch and favourite car tunes. 

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Caro and Corrie dig deep into the ethics of journalism this week and take a look at those who are doing it well (and were acknowledged at the Quill Awards last week) and those who perhaps need to have a look at the journalist's code of conduct again.

Mark Robertson's grilling of Gillon McLachlan on 'AFL 360' is up for discussion, as is the panel of 'Footy Classifieds' - Corrie gives Caro her first episode review.

In BSF = Caro has been reading 'To Know My Crime' by Fiona Capp, a real page turner set on the familiar cliff of Sorrento. Corrie's been glued to '4 Corners' on the small screen and we take another trip down memory lane with Caro's 'Working Girl Dinner Party' menu.

In 'Six Quick Questions' we touch on the upcoming 'March For Our Lives' rally in Washington, Commonwealth Games and the Royal Wedding dress code.

Caro's 'Crush of the Week' is Trent Cotchin and our 'GLT' reeks of rodents!

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The Quill Awards [9:53]

Good and Bad Journalism [13:50]

Journalists Code of Conduct [18:54]

'Footy Classified' review [22:30]

Book, Screen Food [28:10]

What Are Your Grumpy About Today? [36:55]

'Six Quick Questions' [37:45]

Caro's Crush of the Week - Trent Cotchin [40:30]

GLT - Rats and Mic [41:20]

 

Books mentioned in this episode 

Fiona Capp 'To Know Your Crime' 

Ian McEwan 'Amsterdam'

Join Caroline Wilson and Corrie Perkin for Episdoe 29 of  'Don't Shoot The Messenger'. 

This week on the podcast Caro and Corrie ask the question "Where to now for former Lord Mayor of Melbourne Robert Doyle?", St Kilda Football Club return to their home turf at Moorabbin and we look at the future of suburban footy ovals plus student protests continue at one of Melbourne's most high profile private schools.

In BSF Corrie loses a day on the weekend reading Tim Winton's new novel 'The Shepherd's Hut', Caro is shocked by her trip to the movies to see 'Red Sparrow' and we dust off Caro's Aunt Louise's recipe book (which even includes a bit of poetry).

In 'What Are You Grumpy About Today' Corrie fumes over the trend of customers talking on their phone while being served in shops and in ' 6 Quick Questions' we touch on Sam Newman and the return of 'The Footy Show', Tiger Woods, Graydon Carter's farewell to 'Vanity Fair' and Corrie has a political 'Crush of the Week'.

 

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This week Caroline Wilson and Corrie Perkin are joined by regular guest and long time friend 'Anna From the Op-Shop' aka Anna Barry. 

We take a look at federal politics as the Feb Farce turns into March Madness.

The 2018 Oscars provided plenty of fashion fodder while Francis McDormand's 'inclusion rider' speech drew support and criticism. 

David Warner's recent incident in South Africa sparks a discussion about sledging in sport. 

In BSF we talk 'Howard's End' on the small screen, Delia Ephron's book 'Siracusa' and a quick Jamie Oliver chorizo and salmon dish. 

Anna's grumpy about irresponsible dog ownership while Caro confesses her 'Crush of the Week' is Cat Patrick Dangerfield. 

In '6 Quick Questions' we touch on the 'March Four Our Lives' rally, International Women's Day, Richmond's re-signing of Dimma, Caro's new TV boss Eddie McGuire and Tom v Nicole. 

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