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Breandáin O'Shea
Breandáin O’Shea is an Australian musician, pedagogue, and arts journalist who has called Germany home since the early 90s. With a career spanning more than three decades, O'Shea has made a profound impact on the arts scene, both locally and globally. For over 20 years, O’Shea curated and hosted two award-winning weekly arts programs for Deutsche Welle, showcasing appreciation for diverse artistic forms. His expertise has also been shared as a guest lecturer at Berlin’s University of the Arts…
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Breandáin O'SheaDmitry Sitkovetsky - The Intrepid Ear
Dmitry Sitkovetsky is a renowned violinist and conductor recognised for his virtuosic performances and innovative approach to music. Born on September 27…
Breandáin O'SheaDieter Grimm - The Intrepid Ear
Dieter Grimm is a distinguished German legal scholar and jurist known for his expertise in constitutional law. Born on December 17, 1937, in Bad Homburg vor…
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Dianne Reeves - The Intrepid Ear
Dianne Reeves is a highly acclaimed jazz singer known for her rich and soulful voice, impeccable improvisational skills, and versatile repertoire. Born on…
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David Pountney Part II - The Intrepid Ear
David Pountney is a British opera director celebrated for his innovative and thought-provoking productions across the globe. Born in 1947, Pountney has…
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David Pountney Part 1 - The Intrepid Ear
David Pountney is a British opera director celebrated for his innovative and thought-provoking productions across the globe. Born in 1947, Pountney has…
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Daniel Harding - The Intrepid Ear
Daniel Harding is a renowned British conductor recognised for his dynamic interpretations and masterful performances across a wide repertoire. Born in Oxford…
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Cory Doctorow - The Intrepid Ear
Cory Doctorow is a Canadian-British author, journalist, and activist known for his work in science fiction and technology literature. Born in Toronto in 1971…
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Constantine Giannaris - The Intrepid Ear
Constantine Giannaris, also known as Constantinos Giannaris, is a Greek filmmaker recognised for his contributions to contemporary cinema. Born in Athens…
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Colm Tóibin - The Intrepid Ear
Colm Tóibín is an Irish author known for his compelling storytelling and exploration of themes such as Irish history, identity, and family dynamics. Born in…
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Christoph Hartmann - The Intrepid Ear
At the age of ten, Christoph Hartmann acquired his first oboe, marking the beginning of his musical journey. By the age of twelve, he was already under the…
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Christopher Moore The Intrepid Ear
Christopher Moore is an American author renowned for his unique blend of humour, fantasy, and satire in his novels. Born in Toledo, Ohio, Moore's witty and…
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Christo - The Intrepid Ear
Christo was a Bulgarian-born artist known for his monumental environmental artworks created in collaboration with his wife, Jeanne-Claude. Born Christo…
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Christian Tetzlaff - The Intrepid Ear
Christian Tetzlaff, born in Hamburg in 1966, began playing the violin at the age of six and quickly gained recognition for his prodigious talent. Tetzlaff has…
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Carlos Ruiz Zafón - The Intrepid Ear
Carlos Ruiz Zafón was a Spanish novelist known for his captivating storytelling and intricate narratives. Born in Barcelona in 1964, Zafón gained international…
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Christian Jost Part 2 -The Intrepid Ear
Christian Jost is a contemporary German composer celebrated for his innovative and emotive compositions that traverse various genres and mediums. Born in Trier…
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Christian Jost Part 1 -The Intrepid Ear
Christian Jost is a contemporary German composer celebrated for his innovative and emotive compositions that traverse various genres and mediums. Born in Trier…
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Christian Ilde Hadland - The Intrepid Ear
Christian Ihle Hadland hails from Stavanger, a picturesque coastal city in Norway known for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant arts scene. Growing up in…
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Charlie Huston -The Intrepid Ear
Charlie Huston is a prolific American author known for his gripping and gritty crime fiction novels. With a writing style characterised by sharp dialogue…
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Charles Spencer Part 1 The Intrepid Ear
Charles Spencer is renowned for his collaborative work with the legendary mezzo-soprano Christa Ludwig, creating unforgettable interpretations of lieder…
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Charles Spencer Part 2 -The Intrepid Ear
Charles Spencer is renowned for his collaborative work with the legendary mezzo-soprano Christa Ludwig, creating unforgettable interpretations of lieder…
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Brett Dean - The Intrepid Ear
Brett Dean is an acclaimed Australian composer and violist renowned for his captivating compositions and virtuosic performances. Born in Brisbane, Dean…
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Beki Probst - The Intrepid Ear
Beki Probst is a pioneering figure in the world of international cinema, renowned for her dedication to promoting global film culture and fostering…
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Antje Weithaas - The Intrepid Ear
Antje Weithaas is a distinguished German violinist celebrated for her profound musicality and technical brilliance. Born in Berlin, she began studying the…
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Anna Ditges - The Intrepid Ear
Anna Ditges was born in 1978 in Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. She is a director and writer, known for Wem gehört die Stadt - Bürger in Bewegung…
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Anita Lasker Wallfisch -The Intrepid Ear
Anita Lasker-Wallfisch is a cellist and Holocaust survivor whose life story is a testament to resilience, courage, and the power of music. Lasker-Wallfisch…
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Andrew Logan - The Intrepid Ear
Andrew Logan is a British artist celebrated for his bold and imaginative creations that blur the boundaries between sculpture, performance, and costume design…
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Andreas Scholl - The Intrepid Ear
Andreas Scholl is a world-renowned countertenor hailed for his exceptional vocal range, exquisite tone, and profound musicality. Born in Germany, Scholl's…
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Armistead Maupin - The Intrepid Ear
Armistead Maupin is an American author best known for his groundbreaking "Tales of the City" series, which captivated readers with its vivid portrayal of San…
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Amanda Holden - The Intrepid Ear
Amanda Holden was a British pianist, librettist, translator, editor and academic teacher. She is known for translating opera librettos to more contemporary…
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A L Kennedy - The Intrepid Ear
A.L. Kennedy, born Alison Louise Kennedy, is a Scottish writer renowned for her poignant and incisive storytelling. With a body of work spanning novels, short…
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Azar Nafisi Author
Azar Nafisi, a captivating literary voice, is renowned for her profound exploration of the power of literature to shape lives and societies. Born in Iran and…
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Dianne Reeves Jazz Vocalist
In an exclusive interview with Breandáin O'Shea, the incomparable Dianne Reeves opens up about her illustrious journey in music. Born into a family steeped in…
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Ian Bostridge
(SINGER) In this exclusive interview with the eminent tenor Ian Bostridge, we embark on a fascinating exploration of his musical odyssey, with a particular…
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Åsa Larsson
(Author)Åsa Larsson is known for her crime novels, particularly the Rebecka Martinsson series set in the northernmost parts of Sweden. Her books often blend…
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Andrew Sean Greer (Author)
(Author) In this interview with Breandáin O'Shea, best-selling author Andrew Sean Greer opens up about his fascinating literary journey. Raised as an identical…
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Michael Tilson Thomas
(CONDUCTOR) In this captivating interview, Breandáin O'Shea meets Michael Tilson Thomas, the legendary conductor and composer. With a lifetime of experience in…
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Alain De Botton
(AUTHOR)A captivating conversation where author Alain de Botton delves into the world of 'Living Architecture.' Hosted by Breandáin O'Shea, this interview…
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András Schiff PART II
(MUSICIAN) In this episode, we explore the music of Beethoven. Sir András Schiff's impact on the world of classical music is immeasurable, and this episode…
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András Schiff Part 1
(MUSICIAN) Welcome to the first episode a two-part podcast featuring the legendary Sir András Schiff, a true luminary in the world of classical music. With a…
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Filmmaker Scott Millwood
(FILM)Australian filmmaker Scott Millwood, is known for his unique approach to documentary filmmaking, which includes the thought-provoking "Proximity,"…
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Conductor Thomas Dausgaard
Danish conductor Thomas Dausgaard is an internationally acclaimed conductor known for his outstanding musicianship and innovative programming. He recently…
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Musician Giora Feidmann
(MUSICIAN) Giora Feidman is a world-renowned clarinetist born 1936, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Hailing from a family of klezmer musicians, his parents had…
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Violinist, teacher and music editor Sherban Lupu
(MUSICIAN) Violinist Sherban Lupu has died, aged 71. He was considered one of the leading Romanian violinists of the last century and a champion of Enescu’s…
Breandáin O'SheaPoetry Special with Alice Miller & Matthew McDonald
"Experience the captivating blend of poetry and music on 'Tall Poppies: The Podcast - Poetry and Music Special,' featuring the talented poets Alice Miller and…
Breandáin O'SheaJohn Boyne
John Boyne is one of the most successful and admired novelists of his generation. In a career spanning more than 30 years, he has published 14 novels for…
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Pianist Mitsuko Uchida
Mitsuko Uchida, an acclaimed Japanese-born pianist, is renowned for her profound interpretations of classical piano repertoire. Born in Atami, Japan, in 1948…
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Cellist Anita Lasker Wallfisch, a surviving member of the Orchestra of Auschwitz
(MUSICIAN) "Join our podcast for an extraordinary and moving interview with Anita Lasker Wallfisch. Born in 1925 in Breslau, she had a comfortable childhood…
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Cabaret Legend Georg Kreisler Interview 2002 English
(MUSICIAN) Legendary cabaret artist, singer songwriter, author, satirist and composer speaking to Breandáin O'Shea in 2002 on the occasion of Kreisler's 80…
Breandáin O'SheaMatthew McDonald, Principal Bass Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra
In this captivating episode, Matthew McDonald, a remarkable talent, shares his inspiring odyssey from the heart of Canberra to achieving the prestigious…
Breandáin O'SheaNeuroscientist Matthew Larkum
In this intriguing episode recorded in Berlin, Germany in February 2020, we explore the fascinating world of neuroscientist and musician, Matthew Larkum. With…
Breandáin O'SheaStanley Dodds, Violinist and Conductor
Stanley Dodds with Breandáin O'Shea Stan Dodds grew up in Adelaide and has been a violinist with the renowned Berlin Philharmonic orchestra since the early…
Breandáin O'SheaGail Jones (Author)
Gail Jones is one of Australia’s most celebrated writers. At home, her work has received several major accolades including the 2019 Australian Prime Minister’s…
Breandáin O'SheaTall Poppies, The Podcast Trailer December 2019
Tall Poppies, The Podcast Series II coming in January 2020
Breandáin O'SheaShannon Barnett, Jazz Trombonist
Shannon Barnett, Jazz Trombonist by Breandáin O'Shea
Breandáin O'SheaTall Poppies Postcard with Academy Award Winner Adam Elliot
Tall Poppies: Postcards - Animation Writer, Director & Producer, Adam Elliot Adam Elliot’s films have been featured at hundreds of festivals and have received…
Breandáin O'SheaTall Poppies Postcard with Poet, Robert Gray
The first of three excerpts from interviews in Breandáin O'Shea's archives, we meet Australian poet Robert Gray. Robert is an outstanding landscape poet and…
Breandáin O'SheaHeather Betts (Painter)
In this episode we meet Heather Betts. The Sydney-born painter has been living in Berlin, apart from a few years, since 1984. Heather is a graduate of Sydney’s…
Breandáin O'SheaSiobhan Stagg (Soprano)
Since 2013, Siobhan has been a member of the ensemble at the Deutsche Oper Berlin, where her stage roles have included Pamina in Die Zauberflöte, Musetta in La…
Breandáin O'SheaCathy Milliken, Composer
Cathy Milliken has been an artist many young Australian musicians have looked up to when they have travelled abroad to continue their studies in Europe. A…
Breandáin O'SheaPeter Singer, Philosopher
Check out the website http://tall-poppies.com/ Professor Peter Singer, renowned ethical and political philosopher Much of Peter Singer’s career has been…