JOYful Days

In this extended podcast exclusive out and proud Irish singer-songwriter Ryan Dolan chats with Leo on the Friday Morning Show.

Ryan represented Ireland in Eurovision in 2013, his song Only Love Survives reached the finals – Ryan reflects on the experience, what he thinks of Australia competing in Eurovision and supporting 2015 winner Mans Zermerlow at his Dublin gig.

Ryan also shares his coming out story, his 2014 single Start Again – about the issues that LGBTI youth face and the popular video reaching over 12 million views online and performing at Pride events.

Ryan chats about recently turning thirty, his new single Upside Downside and his wish to visit Australia.

The new single Upside Downside is available online now, along with his previous singles Only Love Survives, Start Again and Fall To The Floor.

Visit Ryan’s website for all the updates and follow him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

This interview contains exclusive podcast only content not aired on JOY 94.9.

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Stephanie chats with the season one winner of Masterchef, Julie Goodwin.

Julie reflects on her time on Masterchef, winning the first season in 2009 and her passion for cooking food for her family and friends.

Julie chats about her time on I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here earlier this year and her latest cookbook Homemade Takeaway, which includes fantastic easy to follow recipes.

Julie’s latest book Homemade Takeaway is available from all good bookstores now.

Visit Julie’s website for all her news and follow her on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Leo chats with Melbourne based independent singer-songwriter Juliana on the Friday Morning Show.

Juliana reflects on when she first started singing at school, attending singing lessons and working with vocalist Susie Ahern.

Juliana chats about working in LA, recording her debut EP Mere Mortal and working with director Blake Farber (who directed Beyonce’s Countdown video) on the first single Waterfalls.

The debut EP Mere Mortal from Juliana is available on iTunes now.

Visit Juliana’s website for all the updates and follow Juliana on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Out and proud singer, songwriter and producer Peter Wilson chats with Leo on the Friday Morning Show.

Peter talks about working with UK hit makers Mike Stock (Stock/Aitken/Waterman), Mixmaster Pete Hammond, Phil Harding and Ian Curnow, and writing songs for artists Amanda Lear, Nicki French, Hazell Dean and Samantha Fox.

Peter chats about his recent visit to the UK, his online chart success in Australia and overseas, the latest album Utopia and the new single For The Very First Time.

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Buy Peter’s latest album Utopia from iTunes or a physical copy from Energise Records.

Buy Peter’s latest single For The Very First Time from iTunes or a physical copy from Energise Records.

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Brian Peel chats with Eesha Hunjon, one of the girls from new Aussie pop group Mischief.

Eesha speaks to Brian about the groups up and coming status, their fun music videos and their love for pop music.

Eesha gives JOY listeners an insight into the lyrics behind the new single Last Night In Vegas.

Catch up with Mischief on their website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

The new single Last Night In Vegas is out now on iTunes.

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In this extended podcast exclusive Leo chats with Queensland based singer-songwriter Micks on the Friday Morning Show.

Micks chats about her musical influences, Stevie Nicks and Avril Lavigne, learning the guitar and writing songs.

Micks talks about her debut single Time To Grow, follow ups What’s It Gonna Take and Fade Away, working with Auckland based production team The Sound Room and filming her music videos.

Micks chats about her new single New Life, supporting the White Ribbon Foundation, overseas airplay and her upcoming collaboration with a Polish DJ.

For more information on Micks visit her website, follow Micks on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

The new single New Life and her other singles are all available on iTunes now.

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In this extended podcast exclusive up and coming Australian singer-songwriter Kita Alexander chats with Leo on the Friday Morning Show.

Kita chats about her early love for music, singing and playing guitar from age eight and leaving school at the end of year eleven to follow her musical dream.

Kita talks about working with Nicky Night Time on her debut single My Own Way, working with Nick Littlemore from Empire Of The Sun and Chris Braide (Sia, Beyonce, Lana Del Rey) and the new single Like You Want To.

Kita also chats about what people can expect from her upcoming EP, songs which have inspired her and the upcoming live shows.

Visit Kita’s website for further information and follow Kita on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Like You Want To is available now on iTunes.

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Stephanie talks with former The Voice  star Johnny Rollins on his life after the show. He chats about his musical journey since the show and his mentoring experience from the legendary Kylie Minogue.

Johnny then chats about being a former drummer and his transition to lead singer.

He also speaks about his new single, High which is available now.

For everything more on Johnny Rollins, follow him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Zadia chats to Stephanie about her exciting new food service Salad Daze for healthy food lovers of Melbourne.

Zadia chats about healthy eating, the exciting options available and shares some recipes with JOY listeners.

Visit the Salad Daze website and follow Salad Daze on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest.

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Dean Carey speaks to Stephanie about the interesting world of acting and his achievements as a coach to the stars including Hugh Jackman, Nicole Kidman, Russell Crowe, Rose Byrne and Collin Farrell.

He also chats about his workshops & seminars that he’s currently running across the country.

Budding actors can check out Dean’s new book, The Acting Edge, available now.

Visit’s Dean’s website and follow Dean on Twitter and Facebook.

Dean Carey with superstar Hugh Jackman

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