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09/02/2024

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Hello darkness my old friend.

21/12/2023

It's the first Episode of Season 5! Join Andrew Wallace as he delves into all things historical, taking us back to the era of trams in ballarat.

A tram window shopping at what is now Norwich Plaza

12/12/2023

Dave O'Neill (not the comedian) joined 20 square blocks to talk about the trials and tribulations with writing a children's book.

David O’Neill (not the comedian) joined 20 square blocks to chat about his first book.

26/11/2023

If you live in Ballarat, there’s a good chance you know Liana Emerson from somewhere. Maybe the Ballarat National Theatre? Winning this year’s Citizen of the year? Perhaps you know her from her band or possibly the tweed ride? Or maybe it’s from her personal style blog Finding Femme? If not, you'll get to know her today at 20 square Blocks.

Liana Emerson from Finding Femme joins 20 square Blocks

25/09/2023

Andrew Sutherland, a multi-talented individual, possessing a unique blend of skills while maintaining an unassuming demeanour. As a poet, playwright, Author, singer and lecturer, he has spent the past two decades away from Ballarat, dedicating his time to teaching in China.

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28/07/2023

Tim Sedgwick is an artist exploring different ways of expression, ideas and techniques in many forms through several artistic fields. “When I had secret birthday wishes, I wished I'd become an artist and create interesting things. My wish has come true. My dream came true. I am having so much fun.” TIM SEDGWICK

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28/06/2023

Leigh Ericksen, the innovative mind behind Stoke Design, embarked on a remarkable venture in 2019 by founding a web and design studio. Fuelled by his desire to achieve a better work-life balance and spend quality time with his young family, Leigh was willing to do whatever it took to create a thriving business. I spoke to him about his journey and the invaluable lessons he learnt along the way.

Leigh Ericksen, the innovative mind behind Stoke Design, spoke to us about about how hard work life balance really can be.

23/05/2023

Written by AI: Welcome to 20 square blocks the versatile podcast that covers a wide range of fascinating topics. In this episode we shift our focus to the captivating world of artificial intelligence and we are honoured to have professor peter Vamplew a distinguished expert in AI as our guest.

Written by AI: Welcome to 20 square blocks the versatile podcast that covers a wide range of fascinating topics. In this episode we shift ou

17/02/2023

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17/02/2023

According to my guest Neil Huybregts, Black hill is a beautiful mess. And is it any wonder? For over 180 years the hill’s been mined, stripped bare, bashed about, reshaped and replanted with Monterey pines. It’s a place with a rich history if you know exactly where to look.

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18/11/2022

Ever stopped at the traffic lights on the corner of Sturt and Lydiard street on a Friday afternoon? Then you might have seen Joe and his crew. He came into Hstudios and told us why groups like this are vital to our survival. Listen to the Podcast: tinyurl.com/7njacnwr

11/11/2022

You might have heard of the global movement called "Extinction Rebellion". If not, Joe will fill you in on the details and let you know why groups like this are vital to our survival ...and keep us away from extinction.

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08/11/2022

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It took me 34 episodes to get to speak to Joe Baxter. He's a modern comic with a love for broadcasting! Joe chatted to me and explained why he chose the path of most resistance.

29/08/2022

The last episode of Grainery Lane... but not the last we've heard of it.

For this third and final episode on Grainery Lane we spoke with audio engineer Rex Hardware. Rex taught at the ‘School of Mines’ by day and

20/07/2022

A chat with the legendary Hap Hayward. From the highs of fronting ‘The Dead Salesmen’ to the lows of polishing symbols for ‘The Screaming Jets’. Hap joined me for Part 2 of ‘The Grainery Lane’ series.

Hap Hayward is the definition of a ‘Jack of all trades’. The thing is, he’s actually pretty damn good at all of them. From fronting bands li

27/06/2022

The Grainery Lane Theatre was a bizarre and much loved institution running purely on adrenaline, “high levels of creativity and masses of love”. Kiri Smart spoke to us about what the company was and why it was so important to the vibrant post-punk era in Ballarat.

Kiri Smart on the Grainery Lane Theatre

03/06/2022

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20/04/2022

A musical journey with Dr Jacinta Dennett discussing her instrument of passion, the harp.

A short musical journey with Dr Jacinta Dennett discussing her instrument of passion - the harp.

20/02/2022

A funny and heartwarming discussion with Lily Mae Martin about her work as a visual artist and what changed her direction in life to aged care and nursing.

Episode 27 with Lily Mae Martin

25/01/2022

If you’re a fan of board games, Dungeons and Dragons or just your average kidnapping in Kashmir story, then you’ll love our first episode of 2022.

Dungeons & Dragons

21/12/2021

I don't know much about 13 year olds....although a long time ago I was one. I was interested to know what goes on in the mind of a teen in the twenty twenties and, being this time of year, see what they have to say about Christmas. The answer was not at all what I was expecting. tinyurl.com/ye2az98z

20/11/2021

What does Lady Di, a broken clock and Billy the dog have in common? I spoke with Germain Davey and some of the locals store holders about their love of the Mall.

Lady Di and Prince Charles at the Bridge Mall

22/10/2021

Jason Wakefield is a rehabilitation nurse at the Queen Elizabeth hospital and he witness changes in his patients everyday. He came by to tell his story of a big change in his life that literally changed everything.

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21/09/2021

Chasing bears, taming wild horses or riding with Bruce Springsteen through the Victorian High County. All in a day for this third generation Australian Horseman Clay Baird.

The Brumbies

20/08/2021

What do you think the purpose of being a human is?
a) To be stress-free and happy
b) To push the boundaries of humankind
c) To live a full life
d) Other
https://www.20squareblocks.com/podcast/episode/4ba7d778/humanness

21/07/2021

I can’t tell you who my guest was on this episode as they wanted to remain anonymous….but I can tell you, it became apparent why they didn’t want to be identified! We spoke about their experience with student politics and the tactics that were used from sabotage to dirt sheets. It was quite the story. https://www.20squareblocks.com/podcast/episode/4c35f529/student-politics

Podcast Listings

20/06/2021

Guillermo Guzzoni arrived in Australia 11 years ago from South America without knowing any English. When he decided to stay, he started to question who he was. I had a great chat to my guest about the challenges of moving to a strange new country, living through earthquakes and the occasional riot.
https://www.20squareblocks.com/podcast/episode/4a87ecd2/identity

21/05/2021

Papua New Guinea used to be known as "The last frontier" to Australians. It was a premium destination in the 1970's before it separated from Australia and gained it's full independence. Janice Newton, an accomplished anthropologist, spoke with me about her time researching this very different island country.
https://www.20squareblocks.com/podcast/episode/4d152872/anthropology

20/04/2021

WARNING: If you believe in ghosts and want to continue this belief...perhaps skip this episode. Dr David Waldron will drop some logic that may make you re-examine your beliefs.

https://www.20squareblocks.com/podcast/episode/4b852bef/ghosts

20/03/2021

In 2001 a group of tourists from all over the world gathered in Tiananmen Square seemingly to take a photo ….but they had other intentions. Unveiling a yellow flag they started a protest. Emblazoned on this flag were just three words - Truth, Compassion, Tolerance. Seemingly from nowhere, vans and police quickly enveloped the group, arresting them. What were they protesting you might ask? Falun Dafa!

https://www.20squareblocks.com/podcast/episode/4b21ebe5/falun-dafa