EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 16 MIN
Who was Blind Freddy?
from Late Night Live - Separate stories podcast · host Australian Broadcasting Corporation
The common Australian term 'Blind Freddy', as in 'Blind Freddy could see that', spread quickly and comprehensively. But who was Blind Freddy? An author has concluded he was Frederick Pottinger, an Englishman from a notable family who was far from a success as a policeman hunting bushrangers in the NSW colony. Guest: Adrian Mitchell, author of ‘Blind Freddy: the Pottinger Attainment’ (Wakefield Press)Producer: Ann Arnold
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The common Australian term 'Blind Freddy', as in 'Blind Freddy could see that', spread quickly and comprehensively. But who was Blind Freddy? An author has concluded he was Frederick Pottinger, an Englishman from a notable family who was far from a success as a policeman hunting bushrangers in the NSW colony. Guest: Adrian Mitchell, author of ‘Blind Freddy: the Pottinger Attainment’ (Wakefield Press) Producer: Ann Arnold
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