Many of us dream of playing a sport of our choosing at the elite level when we are young children. A small percentage achieve that dream a much greater percentage realise at, also a very young age that the dream is a bridge to far. But what of those who pursue the dream further, who play their chosen sport at the very highest of levels without reaching the elite level of which they had dreamed of, worked for through their teens and into their mid twenties. Join Ledge and Ben as guest Tim Higgins gives a very honest self appraisal of his pursuit of a dream. Tim comes across with a warmth and humility that many of his opposing players would doubt existed(and probably some of his team mates)as they may have misread his pursuit of excellence as something else in his personality. What do you do when as a 26 year old you are told "your too old" and you have planned most of your teen and adult life around the dream? Then again has Tim missed out on the holy grail? Or was he just mistaken on what his utopia was? As he now enjoys playing with his mates, imparting his learnings onto them through coaching and the fulfilment of fatherhood. Enjoy a conversation that never strays too far from football though does get far enough away to mention Ben's latest manscaping efforts. If you enjoy be sure to rate with 5 stars, share with your friends, subscribe if you wish and follow us on instagram at "freshfromtheesky"   

We say it every week but Ledge and Ben have outdone themselves this week yet again, with their wayward ramblings. A series of unconnected conversations and discussions that only such a unscripted, unedited production could provide. While the controversy of last weeks house share  etiquette(Jamie Stebbens spell correct) is lightly discussed as part of the mailbag contents, where the use of Australian reptiles as suggested by listener Jamie are thought to be a viable idea to settle . While  critiquing a Guatemalan beer, the punch the shook the world(well Haidyn Thomas's anyway) (Haidyn Thomas spell correct) is also discussed. With only four rounds remaining in the AFL competition the final race is starting to drop some numbers off and a favourite is hard to find. Vegetarians, Hindus and what would you do if Dewayne" The Rock" Johnson appeared in your (or someone else's) bedroom are topics discussed. As we also say every week, have a listen, feel free to give a 5 star rating, subscribe, share it with your friends and be sure to follow "freshfromtheesky" on instagram. Available on Spotify, Apple, Google and six other platforms for your listening pleasure.

Ledge and Ben return as a duo with a guest along for the first time in a while. Jarred Rainsford is that guest, who in his younger years led a nomadic yet at the same time reclusive life. Now a long time resident of Rockhampton Jarred has plenty to talk about, share house eudicot, blossoming relationships, what not to do when you are studying law and much more. Ledge in typical " you don't need qualifications to do this, do you?" fashion decides to conduct a social experiment. Ben for his part once again is questioned on his travel instincts which seem limited for a young man with thoughts of living overseas as a trip to the coast of central Queensland becomes a daunting challenge, Joins us for an episode that bounces from topic  to topic in a crazed manner you have come to expect from the inexperienced, low budget, mediocre team that is "Fresh From the Esky" . So please have a listen, leave a 5 star rating, share it with your friends, follow freshfromtheesky on instagram and join listeners from seven different countries and on eight different platforms Spotify, Apple podcast, Amazon Music, Google podcast, Pocketpods, Anchor, Audible and Listen notes on this low budget ride to podcast folklore. 

Ledge and Ben are back together doing what they do best, as rambling and getting off track are taken to a new level. The beer tasting aspect is taken up a notch with the introduction of a beer tasting app with which our listeners can also interact. The contents of the mailbag get a little off beat with the return of "Mr Banana Man" particularly off topic. The state of the AFL with final contenders starting to sort themselves out is dissected and the Irish get a mention with their success at the "House of Pain".  From there conversation wanders from Nick Kyrgios to "You can't ask that" and then to "Only fans" with other topics in between. Have a listen and hope you enjoy and if you do remember give it a 5 star rating, subscribe, share it with your friends and follow "freshfromtheesky" on instagram. 

Warning: This episode does not have beer tasting in it(sorry Joey).

There is shattered glass all over the floor of the "Fresh From the Esky" studio(in this case the kitchen of Ledge's childhood home) as ceilings are smashed with our first female guest. Whilst on his recent much publicised southern trek Andrew's niece Jessica Johnson innocently suggests she could guest on the podcast only to find herself locked into a watertight no "back out" contract. In one of our more insightful episode's, joins us on a journey where Jess show's definite Hodgens traits when as a sixteen year old in Germany her lacking sense of direction almost leads her into the arms of a man in a trench coat. We then transverse university days that lead to a career in mental health. A career during which Jess has found time to marry, have three children, do a bit of singing, a bit of Muay Thai and still have time to think about what the future holds for her children. And yet for all that if you listen carefully you can still hear in her voice the little girl that Uncle Andrew remembers running in circle's at 100 mph in her parents lounge room to Meatloaf's "Bat out of hell" blaring on the record player. 

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Ledge and Ben return to dissect the contents of the mailbag as well as the contents of another beer. They catch up on the latest AFL, Ledges quest for speed, coincidences and the six degrees of separation theory. Ben also express's some concern with his first financial investment in the product that is "Fresh From the Esky", before he takes us all on another trip down " The Rabbit Hole" with a murder mystery to fill in a rainy afternoon. As per usual have a listen and if you enjoy be sure to share with your friends, subscribe and follow us on instagram @ freshfromtheesky. Listened to in 7 different countries on Spotify, Anchor, Apple podcast, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, Pocket podcasts and available on Listennotes. 

On his recent southern journey Ledge makes a stopover at Yamba to help celebrate the birthday of Mark Johnston. Whilst Mark and party guest Steve McFarlane are under the influence of alcohol and between verses of "American Pie" Ledge takes the opportunity to cajole them both to be guests on "Fresh From the Esky". With no sign of a written agreement this is a decision they both question the next morning, but been men of strong(yet sometimes questionable) character they do not go back on their word. Ledge and Steve are both surprised to learn of the sliding door moment in a Mount Gambier hotel that has brought the three of them to this momentous day. What else could bring together a double chemistry degree major (apparently now a barista requirement) and one who had suggested to him and his parents that at the age of 15 maybe his future lay somewhere other than school? One who coached a premiership and one who got sacked as a coach? One who rolls over cars and one who use to get rolled by one of footballs greatest? So join us in a conversation that shows as much as anything how a team and club environment can help forge long lasting friendships and provide opportunities that you may not otherwise experience. Please remember if you enjoy be sure to subscribe, share, give us a 5 star rating and follow us on instagram at freshfromtheesky. Now available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple podcast, google podcast, Amazon Music, pocket podcasts(apparently the most powerful podcast app) and has been picked up by the largest podcast platform listennotes. Join the movement to see if a man with a microphone, a laptop, a dream and supportive family can out podcast Joe Rogan!

Ledge has returned from his southern (and cold) road trip with mixed results in terms of guests participants for "Fresh From the Esky", this results in a new segment titled "Cupcakes & Cowpads" with a few of each given out. Ledge and Ben also discuss the latest round of AFL including the Melbourne and Steven May train wreck. Some tenuous links to football royalty are discussed, the LIV golf series along with other everyday topics. As usual have a listen and if you enjoy be sure to subscribe, share, give a 5 star rating and follow us on instagram @ freshfromtheesky . Also feel free to interact with us with any comments you may have.

Ledge and Ben return as does "Conspiracy corner" this time with little more research, Chinese frogmen, Mistress's, Prime ministers and "Hey Jude " is questioned. Ben brings up a few "Nuggets" of "Payneful" memories for Ledge where both his foot speed and hand speed are brought into question. Ben also introduces a new segment "The Rabbit Hole" where he gives surprisingly insightful reviews of some movies from his top 10 must watch list for you to get lost in. Then we finish off with a bespectacled, centurion bomber and some fatherly advice. Be sure to have listen and if you enjoy subscribe, share, give us a 5 star rating and follow us  @ "freshfromtheesky" on instagram. Now available on Spotify, Apple, Google podcast, Amazon Music, Anchor and trough Listen Notes. Join the the crowd don't wait to be told by your friends be the the one telling them. Remember listeners in 7 different countries can't be wrong.

After extended and protracted contract negotiations the "Missing In Action" guest from Episode 6 Ricky McHugh make his much anticipated appearance on "Fresh From the Esky". A self confessed brilliant student who also happened to be a very talented junior rugby league player, Ricky struggled to find his vocation in life after the NRL dream was discovered to be a bridge to far. After plying his talents in many fields Ricky has found his passion which is helping others. Still with a love for rugby league and the camaraderie it brings with it we discuss his "school days" with Ben, his thoughts on "Dylan's revenge" and down hill skiing even get's a mention. Be sure to have a listen and if you enjoy share it with your friends, subscribe and follow us at "freshfromtheesky" on instagram. Now available on Spotify, Apple, Google podcast, Amazon music and Anchor and listened to in 7 different countries.