The Cut Out

Andrew Chapman has been photographing rural Australia (in particular woolsheds) since the 1970's, and has released a number of books on the topic since that time. He has also photographed a number of iconic Australian Politicians and musicians from across the world (among many other subjects)  and he has no doubt been a huge influence on my own photography career.

Andrew has an enormous amount of knowledge on the history of wool in Australia and it was a privilege to have him share it on the show during our chat. 

You can find Andrew on social Instagram @bigcheezoz and his website at andrewchapmanphotography.com

The featured artist for the episode is Emily Hatton with her song "Red Wine and blue"

You can find her on Instagram and Facebook  @emilyhattonmusic and on all good streaming services. 

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Chantel McAlister is one of the most talented photographers you're ever likely to come across in Australia - and I can honestly say I would have to be one of her biggest fans.

Starting out in Brisbane, she later found herself immersed in the Australian Bush, working in Woolsheds and taking photos of the places she worked at as she travelled across the country. She now has tens of thousands of followers across her social media platforms and works as a photography coach, helping others start up their own photography businesses and coaching them along the way. 

You can find Chantel on social media @chantelrenaephotography

The featured artist for the episode is Brad Butcher with his song "Cutting Peoples Grass"

you can find him on Instagram @bradbutcher_music and on all good streaming services. 

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At only 25 years old, Matt Williams has experienced a lot.

From his early days growing up in Rural Victoria, Matt later joined the army and was eventually deployed to Afghanistan. After returning, Matt was later told on his 22nd birthday he had brain cancer. Through all this hardship, Matt has remained incredibly positive and humble despite dealing with his illness on a daily basis, and now shares his story on his Instagram account which has now over 20 thousand followers. In short, this man is an inspiration for people everywhere and you can find Matt on his Instagram account @willy.beating.cancer

The featured artist for this episode is Will Day with his song "Won't Break Me" and you can find him on good streaming services and social media @willdaymusic. 

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Harry and Lauren have the best job in the world. Hands down.

This young couple left Perth earlier this year in their 80's series Landcriuiser on a move across the country to Queensland, but this has now evolved into a hugely popular Instagram page and ton of sponsors and endorsements and a trip with no end in sight. Having both quit their jobs to make this happen, they haven't looked back and are now living every Australians dream as they make their way across the country with no plans along the way. 

If you have Instagram, be sure to follow them @hazandloztravelaus and go and have a look at the content they post from the amazing places they visit. 

The featured artist for this episode is Max Jackson with her song "Life Of The Party". Be sure to find her on instagram and Facebook @maxjacksonmusic.

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Jordan might just be the funniest man I've ever met.

From his early days growing up in Far North Queensland, Jordan was no stranger to hard work. However life had him destined for bigger things, with dreams of being an actor since he was young. He has since moved to the Gold Coast and starred in roles such as the Australian war epic "Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan" alongside some of the biggest names in the Australian film industry. Most people however are familiar with him now for his social media page "Angry Christmas Productions" which has clocked over millions of views for his hilarious videos that he has written, directed and starred in. Despite all this, Jordan remains down to earth and loves a beer (or slab) as much as the rest of us.

The featured artist for the episode is Dani Young with her song "Stepping Stones". You can find Dani on Facebook and Instagram @daniyoungmusic and on all the usual streaming apps.

You can find Jordan @angrychristmasproductions on all the usual social media platforms. 

Outback Truckers has been a staple part of every rural Australians TV diet for the past decade, so I'm sure Yogi is a man who needs no introduction to most of the regular listeners here. He has done everything from tree falling in Victoria to now running his own trucking business in W.A, where most of us are now familiar with him. He has definitely been one of the funnest guests I've had to interview, and is an absolute Legend of country Australia.

The featured artist for the episode is Katie Jayne with her song "Why Can't You Love Me?" 

Be sure to go and check out Katie on all the usual streaming services, and social media @misskatiejaynemusic 

and follow Yogi on Instagram @Kendall_trucking_co_yogi

Lachie Davidson is one half of the Australian Bluegrass duo "The Davidson Brothers" and has also played alongside some of the biggest names Australian country music has on offer. He is a multi instrumentalist and has toured and recorded not only all over Australia but the world. We chatted all things Bluegrass and Country Music, and Lachie stares stories from the road and even plays the mandolin live on the podcast too.

The featured artist for the episode is Brook Chivell with his song "Country Kinda Guy".

Go and check out The Davidson Brothers on Instagram @davidson_brothers and Facebook @Davidson Brothers.

You can find Brook Chivell on Facebook Instagram @brookchivellofficial 

Be sure to go and find them both on all good streaming services.

Sponsors for the show are Gone Fencing @gonefencing, Spots and Stripes Earrings @spotsandstripesarrings and Avenue of Country @avenueofcountry. 

Jeff Robinson is a family friend I have known my entire life, and has spend some of his best years working across Australia as a Shearer, including several years in New Zealand. He has seen the shearing industry change from his time as a learner in the 70's, through to the wide comb dispute until an injury in the Woolshed brought an end to his career in the early 90's.

The featured artist for the episode is Katie Brooke With her song "Wanted Man"

You can find Katie on Instagram @katiebrooke, and on all the usual streaming services. 

Ringers Western is currently one of the biggest names in clothing in rural Australia, and Anika has been one of the main faces behind the brand since day 1. From its origins in Outback W.A to it's current breaking through in the American market, Anika talks about why the brand has been so successful and what it has taken to get there.

The episodes featured artist is Jess Crossman with her song "Missed Calls"

you can find Jess on instagram @jesscrossmanmusic and on all the usual streaming services. 

Be sure to go and follow Anika and Ringers Western on social media and support Australian businesses! 

You might recognise Willie Cook from the ABC's T.V show "Outback Ringer", which features him alongside his wife Liz and two boys on their property Bauhinia Downs in the Northern Territory. However his story doesn't start there - Willie grew up in New Zealand farming Merino's, a far cry from where we find him today. We covered a lot in this chat, and you're not going to want to miss this interview! 

The featured artist is Sally Jane with her song "You and I". 

You can find her on social media @sallyjanemusic and on her website sallyjanemusic.com

You can keep track of what Willie is up to on Instagram @wildbillcook