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Curious Campbelltown
by Campbelltown City Library
Campbelltown has a long, interesting and sometimes strange history. This podcast uncovers stories that contribute to its quirky reputation. From the legend of Fisher’s Ghost to Campbelltown’s own “Saving Private Ryan” war story, Curious Campbelltown will take you on a journey of discovery into the town’s colourful past.
Episodes
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Mike Freelander
Listen to much loved paediatrician, community advocate and Member for Macarthur chat with Andrew Allen. From his childhood in Sydney and a career caring for generations of local children at Campbelltown Hospital, Mike reflects on the mentors and experiences that guided him.
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Cynthia Hicban
Born in Manila, Cynthia migrated to Australia as a toddler where she grew up as part of one of the area’s earliest Filipino families. Shaped by a close-knit family and her parents’ dedication to education and community Cynthia navigated social change in 1970s Australia. Today, Cynthia works as a...
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Curious Campbelltown Unsolved: The Case of the Missing Twins
Hosts Bess Gilmore-Lim and Melissa Arriola explore the mystery of Bridget Parker and her missing twins from 1846. Content Warning: This episode contains mentions of death, alcohol dependance, and child death. Resources cited in this episode: "Police Reports." Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting...
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Kirsty Jagger
Journalist, Kirsty Jagger, chats with Andrew about her fantastic debut novel "Roseghetto" and the topics it raises affecting those living in housing commission estates. The conversation turns also to some great writing advice as well as travel and book recommendations. Winner of the inaugural...
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Curious Campbelltown: Ghost Talk
In this special episode Andrew recounts some ghostly goings-on from Campbelltown's past, hauntings connected with Miss Raymond's cottage, Town Hall Theatre, Denfield, and others.
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Death on the Mail Train
Hosts Bess Gilmore-Lim and Melissa Arriola discuss the mysterious death of Jane Ryan, ex-postulant, in 1895. Was it foul play, or bad timing? Content Warning: This episode contains mentions of death, suicide, murder, severe illness, and religious extremism. Music used: Chorale 1 by vartioh --...
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Rated "G" for geeky
Special guest host Zoe Ross sits down for chat with comic book artists Marcelo Baez, Karen Beilharz and Matt Lin to talk about their love of the art, how they became involved in the industry and some bonus recommendations.
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For the Love of History
Fran Musico Rullo is more than your average high school teacher. As well as her regular classes Fran also runs a History Club for students to learn about and appreciate local and broader Australian history. Her passion for history and dedication to teaching has achieved unprecedented love and...
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Mandy Perrin - Her Story
Former local newspaper editor Mandy Perrin opens up about her days as editor of the Macarthur Chronicle. From her days of cadet reporter through to the top job, Mandy discusses the stories that she felt most passionate about. Her love for and belief in Campbelltown shines through in this latest...
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Koshigaya Kinship
Campbelltown has been a sister city to the Japanese city of Koshigaya since 1984, exchanging gifts and experiences for now over forty years. Andrew chats to past president of the sister city Association, David Symonds and year 11 student Onyx Holmes.
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John Skandalis
Rugby League and Wests Tigers legend John Skandalis is a household ame in Campbelltown. In this Curious Campbelltown episode, “Skando” discusses the struggles he encountered growing up, his love of Campbelltown, respect for Tommy Raudonikis and that wonderful night in 2005 when his beloved Tigers...
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Murder And Mayhem
One for all true crime lovers! Our latest Curious Campbelltown episode features a discussion with well-known true crime author Amanda Howard. We discuss famous criminals connected to Campbelltown such as Ivan Milat and the Frankston serial killer, Paul Denyer, plus some of the lesser known crimes...
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Digging Up The Past
Want to know more about the night an ape terrorised cinema goers? Maybe you would enjoy the story of the man descended from not one but two of the leading protagonists in the Fisher’s Ghost story? In this latest episode of Curious Campbelltown our library’s local studies team uncovers some of...
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Making a Difference - Ken Moroney
Former Police Commissioner and Campbelltown resident Ken Moroney served New South Wales with distinction. This Curious Campbelltown episode covers Ken’s incredible career from a young Constable to his rise to the top. Major events discussed: Macquarie Fields riots and the Wood Royal Commission…
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Proud Campbelltonian
Jim Marsden, Senior Partner of Marsdens Law Group, is proud of his life lived in Campbelltown. Much of his childhood was spent in the popular family run pub, Lacks Hotel with Mawson Park as his playground. As his successful legal career grew so did Campbelltown and the paddocks and old pubs...
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A Man Of Colours
Andrew and long-time Menangle Park resident, Gary Seddon talk about old-time local eccentric Tom Cooper - a man who painted his house all shades of reds and gold's, yellows and any number of bespoke colours before these colours spread to his attire.
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For King And Country
The Great War had a profound impact on Campbelltown. Join author Lauren Hokin as she transports us back to the trenches and what conditions were like for both our brave men at the front and nurses behind the lines . The tragic accounts of various local families are also revealed, including...
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All Things Fred
The story of Fisher’s Ghost has captivated Australia for almost 200 years. Listen to Jeff McGill as he discusses spooky tales from Campbelltown’s past attributed to “Fred”. The history and future of our Fisher’s Ghost Festival is examined. We also investigate why the legend of this famous spectre...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Campbelltown has a long, interesting and sometimes strange history. This podcast uncovers stories that contribute to its quirky reputation. From the legend of Fisher’s Ghost to Campbelltown’s own “Saving Private Ryan” war story, Curious Campbelltown will take you on a journey of discovery into the town’s colourful past.
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Campbelltown City Library
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Campbelltown has a long, interesting and sometimes strange history. This podcast uncovers stories that contribute to its quirky reputation. From the legend of Fisher’s Ghost to Campbelltown’s own “Saving Private Ryan” war story, Curious Campbelltown will take you on a journey of discovery into the...
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