iHeart Tassie

Spencer Connelly was five-years-old in December 2012 when he and his older brother Fletcher were set on fire by their father.

His dad loaded open gas bottles into a car boot and lit a cigarette and left his boys alone..
Now 13 years on, and Spencer openly shares his experience with family violence and living with life-altering scars.

Olivia Hicks speaks with Spencer about his terrifying experience, his acting dreams and how he remains so positive.

And just a warning, this episode talks about family violence. If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence or abuse, help is available through the Family Violence Counselling and Support Service on 1800 608 122.

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May 9th 2026 marks two decades since Brant Webb and Todd Russell were rescued from the Beaconsfield Mine. In this episode of iHeart Tassie, Ebony Abblitt speaks to Brant about his experience being trapped underground, and how it changed his life.

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This week on iHeart Tassie, John Fabris finds out all about a Hobart Beer Company that grew out of homebrewing and takes a look at all the ins and outs of homebrewing.

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In this week's episode, Ebony Abblitt speaks with the top dog of the state's incoming AFL team, Tasmania Devils CEO Brendon Gale. Learn more about Brendon's busy childhood on the North West Coast, and how the decision to take a gap year from university might be the best one he's made!

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This week Gareth Thomson takes a look at the history of the Junction Festival ahead of its 15th year. We'll hear from organisers and performers about what you can expect this weekend and next. 

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This week we chat to a Tasmanian Organisation that's lifting the lid on brain injuries caused by domestic violence. 

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In this week's episode, Ebony Abblitt spoke with Olympic swimming sensation Max Giuliani during his recent trip home to Tasmania, speaking about recent World Championship success, upcoming training, sharing skills with the next generation - and more.

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This week on iHeart Tassie, John Fabris catches up with Hobart Zoo & Aquarium owner Stuart Webster.

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In this episode of iHeart Tassie, Ebony Abblitt takes a look at Tasmania's premier celebration of science: The Beaker Street Festival.

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Ebony Abblitt takes the plunge into the chilly waters of Long Beach, as she examines how a controversial one-off event became a beloved annual tradition.

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