The Last Post Radio Show

With a career spanning 56 years, John Paul Young has turned his attention and talent to The Men's Shed as their new Ambassador and to their podcast series, The Shed Wireless. In this (almost) uncut version of the Radio Show there's a lot of fun and information on this chat about JPY's latest venture at The Men's Shed. From Johns guests that include his mate from Jesus Christ Superstar, Trevor White, to Alex Turner, who rode his motorbike across the Simpson Desert, for charity.

Kbora Ali was nine-years old, the youngest of seven children, when she arrived in Australia. Here, we discuss her book, First of Her Kind, co-written with her sister, Razia, Kbora talks about leaving her homeland, honouring her heritage and her new home, Australia. We hear how, after the ADF visited her school, Kbora became determined to join the Army. Now in the RAAF, Kbora recites a story of inspiring perseverance and resilience. An amazing chat with the first woman of Afghanistan descent to serve in the Australian Army.

On The Selection Table, Michael Bridger spreads a strong rumour, talks about the Tennessee Tigers, a very strong discussion, and the potential wearing of speedos in Hawaii. In the AFL discussion, Ben Eames predicts a couple of upsets and asks, "Are Fremantle finals pretenders?"

In this episode of The Last Post Radio Show, we speak with Prof. Tom Denson about his recent piece, Feeling Angry? Don't let off steam. Try these tips instead. Tom takes us through the negative effects that prolonged anger can have on our bodies and the benefits of low-arousal activities like mindfulness meditation, deep breathing exercises and cognitive reappraisal. Find out ways to bring anger under control and learn why Sigmund Freud was wrong.

The Last Post Radio Show speaks with political historian, speechwriter and author, Joshua Black about his new book. Joshua examines the belief that our politicians have, over the last few decades, fashioned a style that relies more on character than policy, speaks about Paul Keating likening himself to Placido Domingo, the Dismissal, Bob Hawke's self-preening, the desire of voters to see "moral manliness" in their politicians, the challenge of recording political history in digital times and of Graham Richardson taking a phone-call from the PM, while on the loo.

On the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan, an exclusive celebration by Bradford Mint with commemorative coins. bradfordmint.com.au

On a visit to Stockholm, amongst the Swedish capitals over 70 museums, Mary Anne finds one dedicated to Benny, Bjorn, Agnetha and Anni-Frid - The Abba Museum. Walk in and dance out, surrounding yourself in self-indulgence as you can be part of the groups journey, from beginning to end and even join them onstage and become the virtual fifth member of the famous group. A mind-blowing and emotional experience.

Singer-songwriter Ami Williamson speaks with the Radio Show about her first album in 7 years, Sing You Out of Me. In this album are songs about private reflection, social commentary, family, love, motherhood, sexual liberation and of women who have paved the way for others. Ami also speaks about her knowing Doc Neeson, who she met while touring alongside the ADF in East Timor, Solomon Islands, Iraq and Afghanistan. Ami is hitting the road soon, on tour to back up this album, that includes a thoughtful, tender, contemplative version of The Angels' Am I Ever Going To See Your Face Again.

From the farm of football clairvoyant, Dr Hamish McCaimish, we get the latest AFL finals picks and insights from Ben Eames and picks from Michael on the NRL Round 27 Plus as an addition, at episodes end, The Best of Michael Bridger.

Is being in a "family" the same as being a neighbour? Not according to author Joanne Wallis who has produced her (with Jack Corbett) must-read book on the subject. For diplomats, ADF members who have or are serving in the Pacific, and for anyone interested in Australia's history in the region, this chat with Joanne shines light on our dealings with our smaller-nation neighbours. We speak about our reaction to China's recent comments and moves on and within the area and our own colonial history in relation to our treatment of the Pacific. We speak about Australia's military capability to defend the area and whether other Pacific countries share our strategic interests.

Award-winning journalist and author Kate Legge speaks with the Radio Show about her new book, Delicious. In a place where recipes are like poetry and the enjoyment of meals with friends, intoxicating and universal. About how the smell of food and spices can evoke memories from childhood and of food being a balm, to soothe and nourish and to nurture. And about a three-tiered carrot cake arriving on her doorstep.

Artificial intelligence is one of the megatrends of this moment. Its time has come, and it is disrupting how we work, create, and learn at a fundamental level. But what do all these developments mean for you? What about artificial intelligence do you and your teams need to understand right now to be empowered to take action and benefit from the AI revolution? Meet Prof. Toby Walsh. With over 40 years of experience, Toby is an award-winning AI researcher, author of five books on the subject for the general public, sought-after speaker, and advocate for limits around AI to ensure it is used to improve our lives. Here, he speaks with the Radio Show about his new book, GOD AI.

Still seething from the Roosters upset loss last week, our NRL expert Michael Bridger goes through Round 26. In this episode, Michael finally admits he has "no idea", is glad he didn't put money on the Knights and still refuses to pick the Rabbitoh's. In the AFL, Ben Eames pays tribute to Dolly Parton, loses the Berrima Cup, talks about his admiration for Max Gawn and Jordan Russell, talks about getting a foot massage in Vietnam and picks the winners in the AFL's Wildcard Round.

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In this comprehensive discussion on mental health, Dr Alex Lim, consultant psychiatrist and expert in psychotraumaology, speaks with The Last Post Radio Show about mental health for the veteran community and the factors involved in treatment. Dr Lim speaks about transition out of service, the components of care and emerging treatments that give hope to those in need. A must listen.

In the middle of their 2026 reunion tour, Mental As Anything's Peter O'Doherty chats about how it's all going, and, with Greedy gone, about Martin and Bird and doing justice to the groups music. Peter talks about what it was like then, and how it feels now, the music he listened to as a child, on 60's commercial radio, the Mentals connection to art, how he first got a regular gig with the group...and a lot more. The Mentals still have a lot more pre-Christmas gigs coming up and you can check out venues near you on the Mental As Anything website.

In this WEHI Series, Prof Peter Gibbs, Laboratory Head from Walter Eliza Hall Institute (WEHI) talks to the Radio Show about his work with bowel cancer finding out which drugs work in personalised treatment. Peter also speaks about MRI Giving Day, on September 9 and the more than 30 medical research institutes that are coming together for this historic day. Where every bit helps, you can donate much needed funds to help whatever cancer research you choose by visiting medicalresearch.org.au or wehi.edu.au

With 9 other ESO's, RSL Australia is opposing the proposed Federal Government decision to place a $5,000 cap on veteran access to Allied Health care. Here, in his discussion with the Radio Show, Peter explains why RSL Australia and the 9 other ESO's believe this is wrong and of the impact it will have on the vulnerable. Peter also reminds veterans that they can lodge claims, through RSL Australia, for free.

This week on The Selection Table - Michael Bridger talks about the NRL's Round 25, a proposed trip to Stockholm, hoping for the first time in his life, that the Rabbitoh's win and hopes for a Roosters win on First Responders Day. Ben joins us to discuss the AFL's Round 24, robot players, the VFL success of the Bombers, a poem about Nick Daicos and the Mt Compass Bakery. Thanks to Greg Champion.

Still with vim and verve, the young ladies from the swinging sixties, gather together as Vietnam War Widows at Melbourne Legacy's event at the Windsor Hotel this Thursday, with Legatees and John Schumann. Here, the Radio Show speaks with Melb Legacy's President, Brig. Mike Annett and their CEO, Col. Mark Dixon about the work being done across all age groups to help veterans' families secure a better future. We speak too, about the importance of Legacy Week, coming August 30-September 4.

RSL Australia National President Peter Tinley speaks of the importance of remembrance for those who fought in the Vietnam War and, on the 60th Anniversary of The Battle of Long Tan, of the leadership of Lt Col Harry Smith SG MC, D Company, 6th Battalion during and after the famous battle.

18th August, 1966 - Outgunned and outnumbered, they refused to surrender. On the 60th anniversary of The Battle of Long Tan, Bradford Mint celebrates the bravery of Australian and NZ troops.

Disability advocate and adaptive athlete, Sam Longmore travelled 441 kilometres through over 20 rural and regional communities to raise $204,000 for rural mental health. In this episode, Sam speaks about the experience and the strong community support she received along the way. Sam also speaks about mental strength, definitions of "success", confronting mental challenges and moving on after the accident that led to her injury. On the eve of her accident, Sam was poised to join the ADF and now spends her time helping others through her connection to Rural Aid and Riverina Bluebell.

Here we speak with Seymour College's Defence Mentor, Kelly Quigg-Akkersdyk, students Lyrik Loder and Ella Noble and John Phoenix, President of the local Vietnam Veterans. In this discussion we look at Seymour College's groundbreaking decision to allow two Year 11 students to plan and MC Tuesday's Vietnam Veterans Day with the 60th Anniversary of The Battle of Long Tan. We speak about students meeting veterans, the ability to bring generations and communities together and remembering The Battle of Long Tan, where the average age of the 18 Australian soldiers killed was 21. About proving there is no generation gap in remembrance.

Brendan Cullen was diagnosed with depression in 2015 and presented himself to the Broken Hill Base Hospital. Fighting brain fog and rumination of thoughts that weren't good, Brendan decided to ask for help......and to swim the English Channel. During the process of recovery, Brendan realised he wasn't alone...and that he had a story, a good story to tell. Brendan is the now-former Manager of Kars Sheep Station, 65 kilometres east of Broken Hill. Only recently, Brendan and his family have moved into town, to Broken Hill. Brendan explains how he overcame his depression and how he now helps others. And of his preparation and experience of swimming the Channel.

Ben Eames brings his AFL expertise to The Selection Table and goes through the winners and losers of Round 23. Ben bids a farewell thanks to Tex Walker, plans to have a glass of something to watch Hawthorn v Collingwood and predicts a Brownlow for Port Adelaide's Jason Horne-Francis. We also take a trip to Loxton in SA and hear plans to have a mural of Port champion Russell Ebert included on the silos near town. In the NRL, Michael Bridger reports from sunny Brisbane with some cold sausage rolls and grudging credit and praise to South Sydney. Michael worries that if The Roosters lose tonight, he may have to fly across the Ditch to see his team in the first week of the finals. Also, in this uncensored blooper version, Greg gets corrected by Michael about Ricky Stuart's role in rugby league.

The Last Post Radio Show speaks with author Daniel Seaton about his book, Truth Under Fire. The book covers the lives and works of World War 2 war correspondents Osmar White, George Johnston, Kenneth Slesser, Chester Wilmot, Damien Parer and George Silk and how their words and images and vivid descriptions became part of the history of Australia.

In this chat, the Radio Show speaks with author Jeff Apter about his extraordinary and revealing new book on the iconic Australian band, Australian Crawl. You'll hear how the boys lit up and met Neil Young in Hawaii, about lead-singer James Reyne's prickly relationship with the press, about how some considered them too privileged to be of worth, about jealous boyfriends of female fans, and how a group of handsome men gained respect before imploding amongst deaths and disagreements on song-writing credits...and how, early on, they had to repay their dole money after an appearance on Countdown. Out now, from Allen + Unwin.

The Federal Minister for Veterans Affairs speaks with the Radio Show about Vietnam Veterans Day, the 60th Anniversary of The Battle of Long Tan and its significance to Australia and its military history. On the 18th August, 1966, Delta Company, 6th Battalion, 6RAR, fought against a large North Vietnamese and Viet Cong force in the Long Tan rubber plantation near Nui Dat and the 1st Australian Task Force Base. D Company's 105 men and 3 New Zealanders from 161 Battery, Royal NZ Artillery fought for almost 4 hours - we were outnumbered 10 to 1 - 18 Australians lost their lives, with 24 wounded. To find out ways to observe Vietnam Veterans Day visit the DVA website or contact RSL's and Vietnam Veterans groups. dva.gov.au 1800 838 372

In this latest episode of The Selection Table, Michael Bridger gives his insights and picks for Round 23 in the NRL and explains why he'll be leaving a function early to watch his beloved Roosters on Friday night. Michael also asks why The Storm and Sea Eagles are playing in Perth, jumps off The Dolphins bandwagon, looks at The Rabbitohs home address and sings the praises of The Roosters. Ben Eames looks at Round 22 in the AFL, the fight for the top 4 and wildcard positions. Ben suggests that the Dogs can't afford to get cute and calls "tickets please" on the Freo Express. And Greg comes in, to recall an interesting night at Collingwood's Victoria Park, in 1990.

With the reported meeting between International Red Cross and Aung San Suu Kyi believed to have taken place this morning, this episode had to be brought forward for release today. This conversation with Aung San Suu Kyi's son, Kim Aris is a must-listen. And, you can help simply by downloading this episode to continue international pressure on the Mynamar military regime.

Dr Mary Anne Whiting continues her travel reports from London, where she caught up with a dear friend, Countess Tikaram Sumitra de Brouchoven. Sumi speaks about her missionary education in Fiji, travelling to London at 16 and deciding to stay, and of her meeting a Belgium Count whom she would marry. Sumi also speaks about her joining FANY's, working with Toni Christie, undercover agents at the Special Forces Club, Nancy Wake and her being related to singers Kamahl and Tanita Tikaram.

The Last Post Radio Show speaks with author Elizabeth Tynan about her book, Nuclear Archipelago that details British nuclear testing in Australia from 1952-56, the role of governments in telling the truth and the lessons to be learned.

For those approaching end-of-life, decisions made by politicians can have a profound effect. Here, we discuss with Dr Roger Hunt, a pioneer of palliative care and advisor on Ministerial Committee's around Australia, the implications and consequences of the current laws remaining. The AMA and 19 organisations are asking the federal parliament to repeal the law that effectively disallows health professionals to use Telehealth to assist in end-of-life decisions.

On this weeks The Selection Table, Ben Eames looks back at his sides performance, last week and the influence of a bloke called Daicos. Ben also gives a shout-out to his sister, who's made her way to the Supercoach Fantasy Competition. Our glass-three quarters full NRL Tipster Michael Bridger looks at Round 22 and his sides close win in Newcastle last week. Michael also looks at the resurgent Bulldogs, a bloke with a haircut like a skunk, foreshadows a trip to Mudgee and questions the viability of clubs merging.

The Last Post Radio Show speaks with singer-songwriters Ian Moss and Troy Cassar Daley about their upcoming Together Alone Tour and ahead of the release of their double-live album, Together Alone - Live at the Ulumbarra Theatre. Troy and Ian share their thoughts on touring and playing together and the beauty of storytelling and Australia's regional areas. The Tour starts in October and their playing capital cities, early '27.

Australia's award-winning author and musician Dave Warner, speaks with the Radio Show about his latest book, his upcoming tour, his new lyrics book and wonders whether to send a copy to Bob Dylan. Dave also speaks about his family's Uncle Bob at Gallipoli and WW1 letters from a lady named Kate Stevens. Also included, a couple of readings from Dave's books When It Rains and Exxxpresso, the latter involving details of a scrotum damaging accident on the Swan River.

In this latest episode of the travels of Dr Mary Anne, we are taken to the beautiful Spanish city of Cordoba and the 8th century Mosque Cathedral. A five-acre structure, using columns from the Romans in a city known for its history and culinary delights. Mary Anne then travels to a cold and blustery London and visits the Bomber Command Memorial in Green Park. Mary Anne, in this moving translation, reads a card in memory of the 55,573 aircrew from across the globe, who lost their lives fighting for democracy in WW 2

This story with writer David Free starts off with the story of a pet cat, diagnosed with cancer, and AI's response to that. Here, David Free argues the case for the importance of human conversation being conducted in human language. And, with AI saving us time, saving time for what? Also, David looks at The Great Australian Shout and reckons we need a re-think on the whole structure of the what, for some, is almost a religious obligation.

On this weeks' The Selection Table, Michael Bridger breaks down Round 21 in the NRL. Michael recalls a trip up the M1, many years ago to see the Knights v The Roosters and hearing language and seeing behaviour he'd never experienced, even from the Newcastle grandmothers. Michael talks about Latrell Mitchell's injury stats, asks "where do the Rabbitoh's belong?", reminisces about walking around Townsville in his speedos and gives us a St. George/Illawarra history lesson. Ben Eames delves into the AFL's Round 20 and looks ahead to his trip tonight to Adelaide Oval to see his Crows do battle against Collingwood. He hopes to see Tex Walker kick his 700th goal and to share a beer with his son Jack and Leon, celebrating his 21st birthday.

The Last Post Radio Show speaks with singer-songwriter Fred Smith about his work and observations whilst in Afghanistan and the songs that came from that. Fred also speaks about his upcoming tour...and about a mate who told Fred that his wife could sing.

In this, the final episode of the Invictus Australia series, we speak with Invictus Australia's Neil Burgin about the previous episodes and the evidence-based role of sport as a solution. We speak about the positive experience of engagement and of finding a trusted pathway.

Directed by Hayden Keenan and starring Tracy Mann, Julie Barry, Moira Maclaine, David Argue and others, this film, produced in 1982, was lost to audiences until found in a bin in New York. Featuring a bustling, real life and grungy Sydney, a girl comes into money...and then loses it. Here, Director, writer Stephen Vagg discusses the film on The Last Post Radio Show.

On this episode of The Selection Table, Ben Eames looks at AFL Round 19, talking about Geelong, their coach and their team changes. Ben also gives the lowdown on the numbers behind the Carlton/Collingwood rivalry, pumps up Mason Cox, recommends that coaches should self-medicate and reminds us of his 9 out of 9 selection success from last week. For the NRL Round 20, Michael Bridger reminds us of the recent State-of-Origin result, predicts cyclonic conditions at Cronulla, talks up "Marky Mark" (again lol), talks about his planned Saturday night at Roosters HQ, with a glass of wine in the members, watching his Roosters beat Storm. Michael also talks about grass length in NZ and reassesses his view of the Dolphins.

Here we speak with NBCF Head of Community Fundraising, Lana Do Canto. Register now to walk or run 56km during the month of August to help breast cancer research and the 56 Australians diagnosed with breast cancer, every day. Visit the NBCF website and get involved - by yourself or with a team.

With poetry and free-style writing from Greg T Ross, Dr Melanie Jensen, Jeremy Roberts, Richard Lawson, Stephen House and others.

The Last Post Radio Show speaks with author, historian Peter Mitchell about his latest book, I'll Walk Beside You, a sequel to last years Under The Same Moon. In this soul-stirring account, Peter talks about wartime love, loyalty, cruelty, courage and sacrifice from a momentous time in Australia's wartime history.

In the world today, stress has become almost the norm. In this chat, Elizabeth Jane talks about how to take steps to minimise stress. Amidst discussion on self-care, a focus on finding gratitude in the now and how negative thoughts can often be mistaken for the truth, how addictions can often be used to numb feelings and about taking steps before burnout.

In conversation with Mudgee Arts Precinct Gallery Curator Lizzy Galloway about Reg Mombassa's Up The Golden Highway Exhibition that reflects the golden and the red and the textures and the colours of the Mudgee and adjoining areas landscapes. Until July 19. Also, coming up, the Lustre Exhibition that looks at the Allies Operation Lustre, during WW2, through the eyes of contemporary artists. The artists retraced the steps of the withdrawing Allied forces and painted their impressions. Extraordinary, striking work from some of Australia's best artists. From July 24.

Michael Bridger takes us in to the Bridger household on the night of the Blues' historic win in the State-of-Origin decider and gives us his view on the status of the Campbelltown Stadium. And, of being stranded at Homebush and having to walk to Lidcombe. Ben talks about the AFL's Round 18 and picks winners before introducing The Run Home, detailing all teams remaining matches and where they may finish at seasons end.