Old Boys View

Gerard Windsor is a man of letters. He was school Dux in consecutive years, a Jesuit seminarian, writer of novels, essays, biographies, reviews, journalism, and other pieces of non fiction. He's a voracious reader, a deep thinker, and a terrific storyteller.www.patreon.com/oldboysview

For the past two and a half decades Iain has been writing about many different subjects, mostly sport... rugby union in particular. He has tales to tell about working his way up through a demanding craft, newsroom culture, life abroad... and he has some very interesting things to say about the state of Australian Rugby.www.patreon.com/oldboysview

Tony's journey to becoming Australia's 28th Prime Minister took him through Student politics at the University of Sydney, to Oxford, to a journalism career, then through the climb through the ranks in both government and opposition. Whether he's your political cup of tea or not doesn't take away from the fact that he has a great story to tellwww.patreon.com/oldboysview

A prolific storyteller who, for over four decades has explored his craft through the camera, the keyboard, and the paintbrush. His film credits include 'Babe Pig In The City', 'My Mother Frank', 'Goddess', 'A Few Less Men', and 'Never Too Late'. His novels, published in twelve different languages, include 'The Full Ridiculous', 'The Lover's Guide To Rome', 'The Secret Wife', and 'Things I Need You To Know'.He lives in Spain and his paintings were recently shown in a solo exhibition at the Bloom Gallery in Valencia.www.patreon.com/oldboysview

With a deep love of the Australian bush, Rugby League, and the people who live in this wide brown land, Ben Dobbin has a great story to tell.www.patreon.com/oldboysview

In this episode we hear about Patrick's journey from boy soprano, to enthusiastic student actor, to freelance theatre director, to running a small physical theatre company, to helming Opera Queensland. He discusses the power of music, his influences, the 'how's and whys' of curating an opera season, and the management skills he's picked up along the way.www.patreon.com/oldboysview

Currently manning the breakfast slot at 2GB, Ben Fordham has a long and distinguished career in radio, television, and journalism. www.patreon.com/oldboysview

Melvyn taught  English and ran the co-curricular drama program at Riverview for over thirty years. He's mentored many boys into careers in the arts and thrills at their success. He's also an incredibly successful theatre maker whose work has played to packed houses all over Australia and internationally.www.patreon.com/oldboysview

Andrew is a very successful actor who has moved into producing films. In this conversation, he describes the why, the what, and the how of being a producer... and the importance of a good cup of tea!www.patreon.com/oldboysview

Ever wonder how actors are managed? How they find out about auditions? Who negotiates their contracts and nurtures their careers. Listen to this episode and hear about the nuts and bolts of how an agency works and how to find work in this field.www.patreon.com/oldboysview

In more than 30 years in the hospitality industry, Carl has worked all over the world in many capacities. His many experiences and stories make this episode essential listening... we're just not sure if he actually works or just has fun!https://carlemberson.com/www.patreon.com/oldboysview

Mike Hammond is one of Australia's best known and much loved broadcasters. He's had a wonderful career in radio and television that extends over three decades. www.patreon.com/oldboysview

With over twenty professional productions of his plays, in Australia, Canada, the USA, France, and Poland, Justin has some great stories to tell... as well as terrific insight into his craft.www.patreon.com/oldboysview

35 years flying jets all over the world and reinventing the way QANTAS recruit pilots, makes Greg a fascinating guest.www.patreon.com/oldboysview

Since leaving school Steve has followed his nose with passion and curiosity. It's led him to many interesting lands and experiences. He is passionate about mezcal and has many a story to tell.https://www.ilegalmezcal.com/www.patreon.com/oldboysview

Justin Martin lives in Northern Ireland. He directs film, television, and theatre in the UK, Europe, the USA... and occasionally Australia.https://www.justinjmartin.com/www.patreon.com/oldboysview

Richard Payten runs Transmission Films. He has a remarkable story to tell about his participation in the journey of many of the films you know - from words on a page to when you see it on the screen.https://www.transmissionfilms.com.au/www.patreon.com/oldboysview