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Something Else
The Eclectic Comedy Music Show Featuring Comedy Records (Stand Up/Skit/Novelty – i.e Monty Python – Australia You’re Standing In It – Tom Lehler etc) Instructional Records ( Everything You Need To Know To Operate A CB RADIO – Shape Up & Dance with Felicity Kendal – etc) Odd / Left of Centre Music – The Residents, They Might Be Giants etc. Embracing the weird and wonderful…
Episodes
Something ElseAllegra Spender discusses her Taxation White Paper
Federal Independent MP for Wentworth, Allegra Spender, discussed with Alan Field on Monday Drive the Taxation White Paper she delivered last week, together…
Something ElseInterview with Kenny Wayne Shepherd
Kenny Wayne Sheoherd from Shrevepor, Louisiana, was a child prodigy imbued with the Blues. He is returning to Australia to play at Bluesfest and also the…
Something ElsePeter Dasent – Music Man
We were delighted that Peter Dasent, the man behind the music, dropped in to the Bondi Studio to have a chat with Alan Field on Monday Drive. Peter let us in…
Something ElseGo Bang! A Mardi Gras Megamix
Missed the Mardi Gras parade? Or were you there, but it was all a blur? Fret not (or, indeed, frot not): The Hairpin Turn is here to provide 90 minutes of…
Something ElseInterview With Doctor Fiona Scotney; Director of the Kim Jackson Scholarship at the Australian National University
Dr Fiona Scotney is the Director of the Kim Jackson Scholarship at the Australian National University, an initiative helping more women from regional and rural…
Something ElseJust Wait ‘Til I Get Through With It: Songs about Hubris
We live in an age where overweening arrogance seems to be rewarded instead of pilloried. But as certain world figures either face or try to duck under the…
Something ElseInterview with Carlotta Centanni
And if you’re looking to visit the streets of Rome without leaving Sydney why not experience the enchanting Carlotta Centanni as she brings her show…
Something ElseRunning for Hope at Run2Cure
Sydney has definitely become an early morning city and there’s a runner almost on every corner. But what if you could turn your morning jog into a mission of…
Something ElseHallelujah Surprise!
During an interview on Monday Drive, Alan Field took internationally renowned choral leaders Brett Weymark OAM and Dr Elizabeth Scott by surprise, by inviting…
Something Else2026 Winter Olympics
Dr Steve Georgakis, a senior lecturer in matters related to sport and sports science at Sydney University discusses with Alan Field on Monday Drive issues that…
Something ElseOverweight and Obesity in Australia
Dr James Kelly, a local GP, joined Alan Field on Monday Drive to discuss a growing issue in Australia; overweight and obesity. He chatted about methods of…
Something ElseBrett Weymark & Elizabeth Scott; World Leaders in Choral Music
Alan Field was honoured to welcome Brett Weymark OAM and Dr Elizabeth Scott into the Bondi Studio during Monday Drive to have a chat about the 2026 season of…
Something ElseSnr Australian of the Year 2026: Prof Henry Brodaty
The newly minted Senior Australian of the Year for 2026 Prof Henry Brodaty hounoured Alan Field with a chat on Monday Drive about his award and his work [...]…
Something ElseHow Much Do You Know? S3: Episode 1 Part 2
Australians have spent more than $1b on injectables such as fillers and botox. It is one of the most common cosmetic procedures, yet experts believe…
Something ElseHow Much Do You Know? S3: Episode 1
Australians have spent more than $1b on injectables such as fillers and botox. It is one of the most common cosmetic procedures, yet experts believe…
Something ElseBondi Tribute
A personal tribute to the Bondi community following the terrorist attack on Sunday 14 December at Bondi Beach, compiled and aired by Alan Field on Monday…
Something ElseIndependent as a Hog on Ice: a Tom Waits Playlist
To celebrate Tom Waits’ 76th birthday, The Hairpin Turn offers a playlist of Tom Waits songs performed by the man himself and a select group of cover…
Something ElseIn the studio with Samin with Packing Dhaka
Samin, frontman and creator of packingdhaka visited us in the studio early Monday morning. We spoke to this wonderfully vibrant individual about his growth as…
Something ElseIn the studio with Boo Lawson
A live radio interview and performance by rapper/songwriter Boo Lawson @owen.lawson.boo who perfectly blends the personal and political in his lyrics and is…
Something ElseLet’s Get Lost: A Psychogeographical Playlist
What impact does your physical environment have on you? How does it affect your mood? The way you behave? Are your movements through the city just a way of…
Something ElseThe Quiet Genius of Billy Strayhorn
On the occasion of Billy Strayhorn’s 110th birthday, The Hairpin Turn celebrates the life and work of one of jazz’s great geniuses…
Something ElseAn interview with Blak Douglas; his artworks, heritage and political narratives
An exploration into the artist’s ideas and intentions behind his bold, politically charged artworks. Blak Douglas was born in 1970, Blacktown, NSW to a…
Something ElseAllegra Spender MP
Having broken up following the last sitting session of the Federal Parliament for this year, Allegra Spender, Independent Member for Wentworth, dropped into…
Something ElseThe Old Fitz, Y2K Paranoia and Head Knocks in Sport: Suzi and Diana interview Jack Kearney and Lucy Clements
On the 25th of November, playwright Jack Kearney and director Lucy Clements appeared on Arts Tuesday to discuss their upcoming play Born on a Thursday at the…
Something ElseBehind the Reversal: Trump changes his tune on the House Vote to release
Donald Trump has a big headache for with his constituents. He has worked to prevent the release all year of potential files that might damage his supporter…
Something ElseDangerous Freedom: The Hidden Risks of Kids on E-Bikes
In September an 8 year old in Queensland was killed riding an e-bike. This highlights the fact that there is no limit placed on who can ride an e-bike. Nor are…
Something ElseMusic Legend Joe Camilleri reflects on his career and endeavours
Joe Camilleri, the Maltese-born Australian music legend of bands such as The Black Sorrows, Jo Jo Zep & The Falcons and the Revelators has had a profound…
Something ElseWITCH
Once upon a time in 1970s Zambia, WITCH (We Intend To Cause Havoc) turned fuzz pedals and freedom into a movement. Their blend of psychedelic rock, garage…
Something ElseYaron Hallis swings Leonard Cohen into gypsy Jazz
MONSIEUR CAMEMBERT, the gypsy jazz fusion band will be celebrating the music of Leonard Cohen at the State Theatre on 8 November. David Barr talks to founder…
Something ElseHarmony & Heat: Lyn Bowtell’s Jazz Adventure with Monsieur Camembert
In this episode, we chat with the incredible Australian singer-songwriter Lyn Bowtell about her upcoming performance with the acclaimed world-jazz ensemble…
Something ElseEric Bogle opens up on his australian anthem song
and the band played waltzing Matilda – a song that has been rated in the top 30 of all australian songs. David Barr talks to the grand troubadour about…
Something ElseKellie Sloane, MP
NSW Liberal Member for Vaucluse in the Legislative Assembly, and Shaddow Health Minister, Kellie Sloane MP, dropped in to the Bondi studio for a chat with Alan…
Something ElseBronte Campbell OAM
Bronte Campbell is a four-time Olympian, a triple Olympic gold medalist and a former World Champion in the 50m and 100m freestyle. She spoke with Alan Field on…
Something ElseProf Clara Chow
Prof Chow, one of Australia’s leading cardiologists and a pioneer in preventive cardiology, talks to Alan Field on Monday Drive about differences between…
Something ElseDr Bronwyn Reid O’Connor
Dr Reid O’Connor laments to Alan Field on Monday Drive the lack of senior school students choosing to study higher levels of mathematics for the HSC, and…
Something ElseA/Prof Bruce Isaacs
Prof Isaacs shared his concerns with Alan Field on Monday Drive about the impact AI is having on the film industry. [...] Read More... from A/Prof Bruce Isaacs
Something ElseAllegra Spender MP, Member for Wentworth
Allegra Spender spend some time with Alan Field on Monday Drive to chat about the current issues of the day, including Freedom of Information proposed…
Something ElseWork Experience at Eastside Radio
In August, Eastside Radio welcome two Year 10 students for a week of Work Experience. Tilda and Vedrana got to learn about the radio, record their voices for…
Something ElseEndurance Stories: Three Athletes at Eastside Radio
Photography by: Stefan Holm This story brings together three athletes whose paths all cross at Eastside Radio. Chris Zinn used to be on the board of Eastside…
Something ElseArts Thursday: Interview between Toby Creswell, Dave Graney and Clare Moore
On October 2, Australian music icons Dave Graney & Clare Moore appeared on Arts Thursday on Eastside Radio, where they discussed their latest projects and…
Something ElseProf Matthew England
Alan Field is joined on Monday Drive by Professor Matthew England, Professor of Oceanography at the University of New South Wales, to discuss the variations in…
Something ElseBreaking Boundaries: Alice Terry on Limitless
Yesterday on Drive Thursday, Tony welcomed Alice Terry, she is the Access Coordinator and Limitless Producer for Sydney Fringe and an artist herself. Limitless…
Something ElseUpside Down Fantasyland: Troy Rogers on Turning Journey into Performance
“Troy smashed my heart into a million pieces and then he put it back together again” is what viewers have said after attending Upside Down…
Something ElseA chat with Stella Anning with her Brand New Album
In an interview with Virginia during Drive Wednesday on the 3rd of September, the acclaimed Naarm-based composer, guitarist and performer Stella Anning unveils…
Something ElseProf Eddie Holmes
Prof Eddie Holmes, the Sydney University award winning virologist who first published the genomic sequence of the virus giving rise to COVID-19 discussed the…
Something ElseAllegra Spender MP
Allegra Spender spent some time chatting to Alan Field on Monday Drive to discuss progress on climate change, aged care packages, social cohesion and reforming…
Something ElseSilky Roads in Conversation: The Journey to “Wallflower”
Silky Roads have crafted a captivating musical style—funky, soulful, and full of energy. An electro-funk-pop quartet, they take the grooves of Parcels and Daft…
Something ElseStranger Sings and She Kills Monsters Take the Stage at Sydney Fringe
Last week, Léane welcomed Annie McArthur and Holly Gallagher to discuss their upcoming production coming up this month at the Sydney Fringe Festival: Strangers…
Something ElseProf Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, AO
On Monday Drive, Alan Field chatted in the Bondi studio with one of Australia’s most remarkable cultural leaders, composers, sopranos, educators, and…
Something ElseJon Shapiro: Is digital currency really for the better?
Former Eastside Identity Jon Shapiro was a presenter on Friday Drive, secretary to the Board and as a lawyer, a legal enthusiast with a passion for social…
Something ElseElena Kats-Chernin & Tamara-Anna Cislowska
Two of the most important and prominent Australian modern classical musicians spent some time with Alan Field on Monday Drive as a new album, composed by Elena…
Something ElseThe Festivities of Art in Patrick Kennedy‘s upcoming Sydney Fringe Festival
Patrick Kennedy is the CEO of Sydney Fringe, a not-for-profit working with public and private sector advocating for independent artists. The Sydney Fringe…
Something ElseDamien Eckersley: Shaping the future of music with ANAM
Damien Eckersley is a world-renowned musician who has played double bass with several notable orchestras, Vienna Philharmonic, Melbourne Symphony and the NZSO…
Something ElseEngaging With Ageing
Dr Anne Ring is a writer, researcher, advocate, and indeed a local “Woman of the Year” who has spent many years examining the lived realities of ageing, as…
Something ElseStories in Songs: A Conversation with AJ Stanton
Last week, Arts Monday welcomed AJ Stanton, a singer-songwriter, producer and self taught multi-instrumentalist. They had a meaningful discussion about music…
Something ElseThe Art of Words: Michael Aiken Shares His Poetry
Recently, Arts Monday welcome Michael Aiken. Long time poet, musician, and Sydney local. He was the owner of the @Gardenloungenewtown, and is currently hosting…
Something ElseBrett Weymark Sets White Bay Power Station Alight
Rozelle’s White Bay Power Station is host to a new concept in power; a concert titled Lost Birds. Artistic & Musical Director of the Sydney…
Something ElseAustralia Wins Space Race
An Australian built and operated cube satellite has won the SmallSat Mission of the Year award at the ‘Space Oscars’ at a ceremony in Salt Lake City, Utah…
Something ElseWe ride Australia – Cycling for a Bigger Goal
Yesterday on Thursday Drive, Tony welcomed Stephen Hodge, the Director of We Ride Australia for National Advocacy. We Ride Australia is based in Canberra, for…
Something ElseThe Fifth Comedy and Cabaret Season starting August 30th
Today, on Arts Thursday, Maisy and Paula welcomed David Spicer, manager of the Bondi Theatre Company. David Spicer was an ABC journalist for 30 years before…