Don't Shoot The Messenger

In a special extended episode of the podcast, Caroline Wilson and Corrie Perkin are joined by Mike Sheahan - for one of the most revealing and heart felt episodes yet.

This week on Don't Shoot The Messenger. . .

The Barnaby Joyce Saga continues and while he clings to the leadership of the National Party, the situation is becoming increasingly chaotic and Caro and Corrie have some strong opinions on how the PM has handled the matter. Meanwhile Toby Abbot seems to be making the most of the situation - but to what end?  We delve into great political rivalries after the second instalment of the Bob Hawke documentary 'The Larrikin & The Leader' plus Caro shares some of the memorable moments from journalist Michael Gordon's funeral.

After another horrific school shooting in  the US, we discuss the power of the NRA to influence US politics and look at what Corrie is describing as a 'watershed moment' as students, film stars and even high profile sports coaches begin to raise their voices in protest at the lack of action on gun control by current political leaders.

In Books, Screen and Food - Caro's been reading 'A New England Affair' by Steven Carroll and after seeing several fantastic movies recently admits to being disappointed by the new film 'Phantom Thread'. Corrie takes us on a trip down memory lane (armed with her Mother's well-loved recipe book) and recollections of 70s dinner parties and also shares her Dad's Mint Marinade for BBQ lamb,

Caro's grumpy this week about accidentally throwing out her TV remote with the weekend papers, and in 6 Quick Questions we talk BAFTA fashion, THAT performance of the American national anthem by singer Fergie and ask the question 'Which AFL President is the biggest hypocrite?'.

Caro's 'Crush of the Week' is Lyn Swinburne plus there's a GLT for all of the gardeners out there.

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Join Corrie Perkin and Caroline Wilson for Episode 25 of 'Don't Shoot The Messenger'.

This week on 'Don't Shoot The Messenger' Caro and Corrie discuss the bumpy start to the Women's Footy season and question whether Gillon McLachlan should have voiced his concerns about the competition so openly. Caro makes the case for affirmative action when it comes to TV presenters expressing some strong feelings about Craig Hutchison's choice NOT to have a woman hosting the Women's Footy Show. Caro's also been to another launch, for Sam Lane's 'Roar'.

Sadly it's Vale to one of the most loved Australian journalists Michael Gordon, Caro and Corrie pay tribute to a great friend and great writer.

Town Hall gets dubbed 'Clown Hall' as the Lord Mayor steps down, and we reminisce on some of the colourful characters who've held the position in years gone by.

Caro took Mike Sheehan to the movies to see "I Tonya" and declares Margot Robbie a contender for the Oscar for 'Best Female in a Lead Role' a category Corrie agrees is one of the most fascinating awards competitions of the year.

In BSF - Caro's been reading 'Anatomy of a Scandal' by Sarah Vaughan, it's 'Molly's Game' on the big screen and for those committing to Feb Fast we've got a delicious non - alcoholic drink courtesy of Caro's Mum Julia.

Reality TV is making Caro very grumpy this week and in '6 Quick Questions' everything from transgender athletes, the Winter Oympics and Scrabble etiquette are on the agenda.

Plus Corrie has another Kevin 'Crush of the Week' and a sickly sweet 'Good Local Tip'.

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With calendars already filling up  with events and work commitments we're back in full swing as we say goodbye to Summer holidays.

Caro attended the AFL Women's Launch which she described as 'a beautiful launch' but while she felt the AFL got a lot right, there were a couple of things the AFL didn't quite get right.

This week its Vale Ron Walker and Joan Hamilton - Caro and Corrie discuss the contribution of both of these influential individuals. Caro noted the absence of an AFL official representative at Joan Hamilton's funeral and spoke of her catch up with Eddie Mcguire, prompting Corrie's critique of Caro and Eddie's relationship.

While the Grammy Awards didn't quite hit the mark for Caro and Corrie , Hilary Clinton's appearance sparked some interesting discussion about Michael Wolf's book 'Fire and Fury'. We talk porn names as speculation continues about Donald Trump's alleged affair with an adult film star.

Following the success of the Australian Open Caro and Corrie reflect on just why Melbourne is such a sporting mecca and Caro weighs in on the Bernard Tomic debate suggesting 'he's just a tool'. In 'BSF' Corrie's been reading 'The Bettencourt Affair' by Tom Sancton. Caro's excited by the return of 'Call The Midwife' on ABC TV and Corrie shares a simple yet delicious version of  Geoff Slattery's crumble.

In '6 Quick Questions' we delve into 'What makes a great house guest?', the appeal of Kristina Keneally and Caro confesses to her daggy magazine addiction.Plus Corrie explains her surprise 'Crush Of the Week' in Kevin Andrews.

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Our first evening podcast record, fuelled by Caro's 'Drink of the Summer'. 

This week Caro and Corrie dive into the Australia Day debate - should we change the date or not? 

Germaine Greer was recently awarded the UK's Australian of the Year, but is she as relevant today as she was when Caro and Corrie were younger? While Germaine's commenting on the #metoo movement we ponder the fate of Harvey Weinstein and Craig McLachlan. 

It's off to the movies to see Steven Spielberg's latest flim 'The Post' - Caro and Corrie both give it the thumbs up. 

Caro's got a smattering of Summer Footy News and in 6 Quick Questions Corrie asks 'has Gerard Whaetely done the right thing by leaving the ABC?'. 

In keeping with her New Year's Resoloution - Corrie has read and reviews an old YA classic 'I Captured the Castle' by Dodie Smith plus she's been whipping up Donna Hay's Avocado and Haloumi Bruscetta as bar snacks while Caro recommends heading to the movies to see 'Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri'. 

Making Caro grumpy this week the strain of the Summer calender and our obsession with the weather and much to Corrie's dislike Nicole Kidman triumps as Caro's Crush of the Week. 

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Fresh from summer holidays Caro and Corrie bring us updates on their time spent on the Northern beaches of NSW and reminisce about holiday rituals including carnival memories, which weren't always pleasant.

With Enid Blyton books flying off the shelves before Christmas Corrie revisits the Enid Blyton biography by Barbara Stoney and we talk about the influence of her prolific career.

Sexual misconduct allegations are back in the spotlight with Australian actor Craig McLachlan facing the music this week.

In BSF - Corrie has been reading 'The Anatomy of a Scandal' by Sarah Vaughan, Caro's been off the the movies to see 'All The Money in the World' and she shares the recipe for Steve's Twice Cooked Potatoes.

Australia's male tennis players are making Caro Grumpy this week, Corrie's Crush of the Week is Graydon Carter plus we talk beach hair, AFLX, Melbourne's reported gang problems and so much more.

 

Books mentioned this week include. . .

'The Anatomy of a Scandal' by Sarah Vaughan

'Enid Blyton' by Barbara Stoney

'Baby Pip Eats' by Amie Harper

'Fire and Fury' by Michael Wolff

Join Caroline Wilson and Corrie Perkin for a Q & A episode hosted by Producer Jane Nield.

A festive spirit in the air for our 20th episode.

Trial by media is back on the agenda as Melbourne's Lord Mayor Robert Doyle stands aside over sexual harassment claims and Corrie declares the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse as THE political moment of the year.

We've got your Summer Reading covered with Caro and Corrie each naming their Top 5 Best Beach Reads (and Caro adds a handful more for good measure).

We talk 'The Crown' and 'Grace and Frankie' on the small screen and Caro shares her 'Christmas Spiced Nuts' recipe - perfect for a last minute gift. 

Christmas movies, favourite emojis, the best magazine cover for 2017 and parking faux pas plus plenty more in 6 Quick Questions, and Corrie's 'Crush of the Week' is British celebrity cook Mary Berry.

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