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Talking Melbourne with Darren James

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Talking Melbourne features some of Melbourne's most recognisable names. Tune in as they share their stories, and favourite tunes, with Darren James.

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  1. From The Summary Podcast - E-Bikes, ER Visits, and Public Safety

    This is the fifth episode of our daily news podcast, to follow and get your updates throughout the day search 'The Summary' in your podcast app, and tap the follow button. The Summary, a podcast that keeps you connected to what matters, and why. As e-bikes fill Australian streets, emergency...

  2. Talking Melbourne - Gyton Grantley with Darren James - Sun 11 Oct, 2026

    Actor Gyton Grantley joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. From The Summary Podcast - When AI Goes Rogue: Cyber Threats, Data Privacy, and Australia’s Defences

    This is the second episode of our daily news podcast, to follow and get your updates throughout the day search 'The Summary' in your podcast app, and tap the follow button. The Summary, a podcast that keeps you connected to what matters, and why. Every day, we hear more instances of AI agents…

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  4. Talking Melbourne - Mike Brady with Darren James - Sun 04 Oct, 2026

    Musician Mike Brady joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. Talking Melbourne - Ross Wilson with Darren James - Sun 27 Sep, 2026

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  6. Talking Melbourne - Rod Mullinar with Darren James - Sun 20 Sep, 2026

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  7. Weekend Breakfast with Darren James - Sun 13 Sep, 2026 - Full Show

    Catch up on Weekend Breakfast with Darren James here! You can listen Sat & Sun from 6am to 12noon on 3AW 693, 3aw.com.au and the 3AW App. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  8. Talking Melbourne with Amanda Muggleton - Sun Sep 13, 2026

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  9. Talking Melbourne - Steve Vizard with Darren James - Sun 06 Sep, 2026

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  10. Talking Melbourne - Brian Cook with Darren James - Sun 30 Aug, 2026

    Former Geelong and Carlton CEO Brian Cook joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  11. Talking Melbourne - Sam Docherty with Darren James - Sun 23 Aug, 2026

    Former AFL start Sam Docherty joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  12. Talking Melbourne - Nathan Cavaleri with Darren James - Sun 16 Aug, 2026

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  13. Talking Melbourne - Larry Emdur with Darren James - Sun 09 Aug, 2026

    Gold Logie Winner Larry Emdur joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  14. Talking Melbourne - Melinda Schneider with Darren James - Sun 02 Aug, 2026

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  15. Talking Melbourne - Kevin Mitchell with Darren James - Sun 26 Jul, 2026

    Jebediah frontman Kevin Mitchell (aka Bob Evans) joins DJ to discuss the 20th Anniversary of his solo album, Suburban Songbook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  16. Talking Melbourne - John-Michael Howson with Darren James - Sun 19 Jul, 2026

    Former Sunday Morning host John-Michael Howson joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  17. Talking Melbourne - Dave Hughes (Hughesy) with Darren James - Sun 12 Jul, 2026

    Famous Australian comedian Dave Hughes (Hughesy) joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  18. Talking Melbourne - Alan Dale with Darren James - Sun 28 Jun, 2026

    New Zealand actor, Alan Dale joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  19. Talking Melbourne - Rob Mills and John Waters with Darren James - Sun 21 Jun, 2026

    John Waters and Rob Mills are currently starring together in the Australian premiere production of the hit Broadway musical Waitress. They both join Darren for this weeks Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  20. Talking Melbourne - Geraldine Hakewill with Darren James - Sun 14 Jun, 2026

    Aussie actor Geraldine Hakewill joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  21. Talking Melbourne - Michael Veitch with Darren James - Sun 24 May, 2026

    Author, actor and broadcaster Michael Veitch joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  22. Talking Melbourne - Roland Rocchiccioli with Darren James - Sun 10 May, 2026

    Roland Rocchiccioli joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  23. Talking Melbourne - Ralph McTell with Darren James - Sun 03 May, 2026

    English singer-songwriter Ralph McTell joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  24. Talking Melbourne - Jamie Redfern with Darren James - Sun 26 Apr, 2026

    Australian television presenter and personality and pop singer, Jamie Redfern, joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  25. Talking Melbourne - Jade Hurley with Darren James - Sun 12 Apr, 2026

    Darren James this week is joined by Australian country music singer-songwriter and pianist Jade Hurley. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  26. Talking Melbourne - Ross Halfin with Darren James - Sun 05 Apr, 2026

    Darren James talks to photographer, Ross Halfin on Weekend Breakfast. Listen here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  27. Talking Melbourne - Kate Reid with Darren James - Sun 22 Mar, 2026

    Australian pastry chef and Aerospace engineer Kate Reid joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  28. Talking Melbourne - Reg Livermore with Darren James - Sun 15 Mar, 2026

    Reginald Livermore AO an Australian actor, singer, theatrical performer, designer, director, lyricist and writer joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  29. Talking Melbourne - Brighter Days Special - Sun 08 Mar, 2026

    Darren is joined by numerous guests involved with the Brighter Days Festival including Vice President Jason Reid! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  30. Talking Melbourne - Kathie Shearer with Darren James - Sun 01 Mar, 2026

    Media Queen of the golf world Kathie Shearer joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  31. Talking Melbourne - Mark Beretta with Darren James - Sun 22 Feb, 2026

    Journalist, television presenter and author Mark Beretta joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  32. Talking Melbourne - Kate Ceberano with Darren James - Sun 15 Feb, 2026

    Legendary Australian singer and actress Kate Ceberano joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  33. Talking Melbourne - Roger Rasheed with Darren James - Sun 01 Feb, 2026

    Former Australian rules football player, tennis player, coach and commentator Roger Rasheed joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  34. Talking Melbourne - Luke Dennehy with Darren James - Sun 25 Jan, 2026

    Experienced journalist and PR professional Luke Dennehy joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  35. Talking Melbourne - Scherri-Lee Biggs with Darren James - Sun 18 Jan, 2026

    On the verge of her debut as 9 News Melbourne's new weather presenter, former Miss Universe Australia and television presenter Scherri-Lee Biggs joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  36. Talking Melbourne - Larissa Anderson with Glenn Manton - Sun 11 Jan, 2025

    Former Australian professional basketball player Larissa Anderson joins Glenn Manton for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  37. Talking Melbourne - George Donikian with Glenn Manton - Sun 28 Dec, 2025

    Australian radio and television news presenter/personality George Donikian joins Glenn Manton for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  38. Talking Melbourne - Rob Mills with Darren James - Sun 21 Dec, 2025

    Stage and screen actor, television host and singer-songwriter Rob Mills joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne, with a special cameo from Denis Walter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  39. Talking Melbourne - Jane Edmanson OAM with Darren James - Sun 14 Dec, 2025

    Australian horticulturalist, author, and television and radio personality Jane Edmanson OAM joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  40. Talking Melbourne with Major Brendan Nottle - Sun 07 Dec, 2025

    Former Australian of the Year and Commanding Officer of Salvation Army Brendan Nottle joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  41. Talking Melbourne with Pete Smith OAM - Sun 30 Nov, 2025

    Radio announcer and television voice-over artist Pete Smith OAM joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  42. Talking Melbourne with Lachy Hulme - Sun 23 Nov, 2025

    Aussie actor and screenwriter Lachy Hulme joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  43. Talking Melbourne with Steve Dundon - Sun 16 Nov, 2025

    Musician Steve Dundon joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  44. Talking Melbourne with Glenn Elston OAM - Sun 09 Nov, 2025

    Artistic Director of the Australian Shakespeare Company, Glenn Elston OAM, joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  45. Talking Melbourne with PJ Lane - Sun 02 Nov, 2025

    American-born Australian actor, entertainer, philanthropist, former professional basketballer, and son of the great Don Lane, PJ Lane, joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  46. Talking Melbourne with Monty Franklin - Sun 26 Oct, 2025

    Melbourne-born, LA based comedian Monty Franklin joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  47. Talking Melbourne with Bobby Fox - Sun 19 Oct, 2025

    Irish born Australian actor Bobby Fox, actor of Franki Valli in the Australian production of Jersey Boys joins Darren James for Talking Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  48. Talking Melbourne with William McInnes - Sun 12 Oct, 2025

    Joining Darren James on Talking Melbourne is Australian film and television actor and writer, William McInnes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  49. Talking Melbourne with Wayne Hawkes - Sun 05 Oct, 2025

    Joining Darren James on Talking Melbourne is racehorse trainer Wayne Hawkes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  50. Talking Melbourne with Glenn Manton - Sun 28 Sep, 2025

    Joining Darren James on Talking Melbourne is former AFL footballer and 3AW Host Glenn Manton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Talking Melbourne features some of Melbourne's most recognisable names. Tune in as they share their stories, and favourite tunes, with Darren James.

HOSTED BY

3AW

Produced by Tapt Media

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