We talk to writers from the Douglas Shire and Beyond about what inspires them to do what they do. This is a truly fascinating show! We have some phenomenal talent in this region.

The Douglas Shire is filled with quiet achievers and Zeno is one of them!

Zeno joined us from Myanmar, via Sydney and Gold Coast and now calls the Douglas Shire, with his beautiful wife, home.

The iconic Miss Connie from Sneaky Sound System joins the Michael Joseph show to talk about her inspirations, what its like to tour the world and work with famous artists like Kanye and Snoop Dog and why their fans are so important.

Alita Harvey-Rodriguez from MasterChef joins us to talk about her life as a girl from the country, how a tiger snake bite sent her indoors where she learned to cook and how she ended up on the telly!

Australian Actress Kate Beahan joins us to talk about her amazing movie and TV career in Australia and in Hollywood. Kate now resides in Australia and continues to work on movie, TV and voiceover projects including being the voice for Douglas FMs sponsorship announcements.

Irene from Port Douglas Surf Club talks about how easy it is to join our amazing surf community. This is a place where friendships are made and careers are inspired.

Sun, fun, fitness and friendship.

We meet some local legends Daisy, Jyran and Harper who are going to talk a little bit about Mossman Youth Week 2026! The waterslide and bubble tea sounds fantastic.

Sam Woodgarth, a retired teacher and active author, spends her days wrangling cats and talking to her imaginary friends (her words! LOL!) . Sam will talk about a book anthology project for our locals kids and upcoming local festival Books in Paradise!

Chris Watts shares how the SES can help Douglas Shire residents in severe weather events. In times of need, the SES can help in some surprising ways!