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EPISODE · Apr 18, 2025 · 35 MIN

The Kath and Kim icon on ageing disgracefully and becoming a truckie

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Peter Rowsthorn cemented his place as Australian comedy royalty in Kath and Kim, playing the loveable bogan Brett. From staring in musicals, sitcoms to stand-up and almost swapping it all for a life on the road as a truckie, Peter's career has been anything but boring. In this chat with Antoinette Lattouf, Peter shares why he’s making a long-awaited comeback to the Melbourne Comedy Festival for the first time since the 80's and the joys of ageing with absolutely no grace whatsoever. Find tickets to his show Pete Rowsthorn is KEEN! Here  Weekend list with Helen Smith TO WATCH: Drop the Movie in cinemas now TO WATCH: The Substance Movie  TO EAT: Greek or natural yogurt dressing TO DO: Free street libraries give and take! Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Peter Rowsthorn cemented his place as Australian comedy royalty in Kath and Kim, playing the loveable bogan Brett. From staring in musicals, sitcoms to stand-up and almost swapping it all for a life on the road as a truckie, Peter's career has been...

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