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FAQs about The Real Thing:How many episodes does The Real Thing have?The podcast currently has 61 episodes available.
October 11, 2016#6: Halfway and homeThe small village of Tarcutta, NSW is sacred to the Australian truck driving industry. Every year since 1994, families, colleagues and mates have gathered here for a memorial service that commemorates those who have died.As storm clouds engulf the sky and thunder echoes, the ceremony begins....more21minPlay
September 27, 2016#5: There's something about Mary LeunigMary Leunig is an artist and self-described recluse living in regional Victoria. She comes from a creative family; her brother is cartoonist, Michael Leunig.In the 1980s she had books published. For many that was the last they heard from her.However, Mary never stopped drawing. Now her work is more political and personal than ever. So much so that her expression has come at a cost. ...more25minPlay
September 20, 2016#4: Backyard lion safariAfter the closure of the African Lion Safari in Sydney’s far west, wildlife remained living inside its boundaries.The exotic animal park sat next to suburban houses and kids played near its fences.Despite several barriers, in 1995 a lioness escaped through a storm water drain and found itself in a local backyard....more20minPlay
September 19, 2016#4: Backyard lion safariAfter the closure of the African Lion Safari in Sydney’s far west, wildlife remained living inside its boundaries.The exotic animal park sat next to suburban houses and kids played near its fences.Despite several barriers, in 1995 a lioness escaped through a storm water drain and found itself in a local backyard....more20minPlay
September 06, 2016#3: Run like a cheetahLisa Llorens is one of Australia’s most decorated Paralympians with six medals across track and field events.She was dubbed ‘the cheetah’ because she loves cats and was fast on the track.But everything changed after the Sydney 2000 games when the intellectually disabled category was banned.The chain of events that followed forced Lisa to reinvent herself....more19minPlay
August 30, 2016#2: Eastbound AntonAnton McMillan is a role model for younger residents in a uniquely structured household called Boys from the Bush.During the project he's worked his way up through the ranks at a meat processing factory in Junee, NSW.But his success has come with a cost, for himself and his family back in Alice Springs.Now, Anton is being asked to take on the biggest challenge of his life: China....more19minPlay
August 29, 2016#2: Eastbound AntonAnton McMillan is a role model for younger residents in a uniquely structured household called Boys from the Bush.During the project he's worked his way up through the ranks at a meat processing factory in Junee, NSW.But his success has come with a cost, for himself and his family back in Alice Springs.Now, Anton is being asked to take on the biggest challenge of his life: China....more19minPlay
August 23, 2016#1: The original Bronson'Bronson' was the youngest member of the Round the Twist family. He loved food, had smelly feet and was often the easy target of his older siblings.Over four series of the iconic kid’s TV show, three actors played the character. The second and third continue to work in show business.However, the first ‘Bronson’ disappeared from the public eye. This is the search for the original Bronson....more26minPlay
August 22, 2016#1: The original Bronson'Bronson' was the youngest member of the Round the Twist family. He loved food, had smelly feet and was often the easy target of his older siblings.Over four series of the iconic kid’s TV show, three actors played the character. The second and third continue to work in show business.However, the first ‘Bronson’ disappeared from the public eye. This is the search for the original Bronson....more26minPlay
August 04, 2016Introducing The Real Thing!Welcome to The Real Thing, a new podcast in search of the real Australia.Each episode we'll venture into the corners to discover the characters, scenes and stories that make this country unique.Radio documentary makers, and best mates, Timothy Nicastri and Mike Williams are at the wheel and there's plenty of room in the back.Subscribe now and discover The Real Thing for yourself....more1minPlay
FAQs about The Real Thing:How many episodes does The Real Thing have?The podcast currently has 61 episodes available.