Jim pieces together some of the life of William Murphy who, early last century, lived in an isolated part of the Blue Mountains of Australia. Information is gathered from a variety of sources including an oral history recording, a newspaper cutting, photographs and a death certificate. The podcast also features an original song about this fascinating man. 
More information about Jim and the podcast can be found at his website at http://jimlow.net

Jim pieces together some of the life of William Murphy who, early last century, lived in an isolated part of the Blue Mountains of Australia. Information is gathered from a variety of sources including an oral history recording, a newspaper cutting, photographs and a death certificate. The podcast also features an original song about this fascinating man. More information about Jim and the podcast can be found at his website at http://jimlow.net

In Search of Mr Murphy

Open Your Eyes to Australia is a series presented by Jim Low  focusing on Australian themes which highlight history, people and places through the use of original songs.Jim Low is an Australian country folk singer / songwriter who plays guitar and harmonica. His songs and writing reflect a love of  Australia - the history, the people and the  Australian environment. Each year he travels to Australian places - listening to, and documenting, the stories of the people who live there.

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Open Your Eyes to Australia is a series presented by Jim Low focusing on Australian themes which highlight history, people and places through the use of original songs.Jim Low is an Australian country folk singer / songwriter who plays guitar and harmonica. His songs and writing reflect a love of Australia - the history, the people and the Australian environment. Each year he travels to Australian places - listening to, and documenting, the stories of the people who live there.

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