Ed for Breakfast

Pokémon, NBA, AFL and EPL cards are back in a big way as the card collecting craze sweeps through Gippsland! Kids are clamoring to rip open packs to find rare cards to sell, trade or simply keep hoping the cards value will grow in time. Ed caught up with Card collector and pop up business owner Adam Adamo from All-Star Cards and Collectables to chat about the sudden resurgence in card collecting in Gippsland. Ed For Breakfast 6am-9am Weekdays on Triple M Gippsland See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the biggest tea cosy festival in the world and its back on this week in Fish Creek! The Fish Creek Tea Cosy Festival celebrates everything tea cosy through creativity, resourcefulness and hospitality of the local community. Ed catches up with festival Co Convenor Lisa Williams to discuss the quirks, wild and whimsical tea cosies that will captivate Fish Creek over the next two weeks.  Ed For Breakfast - 6am-9am Weekdays on Triple M Gippsland See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dolly’s Dream – Go Blue, End Bullying 💙 Ed caught up with Carli Knight from the Bairnsdale Horse Centre and spoke of how her Gippsland local business (Bairnsdale Horse Centre) has evolved into a passionate supporter of Dolly's Dream and is focused on ending the surge of bullying. Dolly’s Dream was created by Tick and Kate Everett in memory of their daughter Amy “Dolly” Everett. Dolly loved horses and life, but tragically took her own life at just 14 after experiencing prolonged bullying and cyberbullying. The mission of Dolly’s Dream is to raise awareness and help prevent bullying. When you purchase from the Dolly’s Dream merchandise range, you’re supporting the cause and spreading Dolly’s message of hope and kindness. 🦋 Do It For Dolly Day – May 8thJoin the movement this May 8th: Go Blue to end bullying. Wear your Dolly’s Dream gear, share your photos online, and help raise awareness. Every action counts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed caught up with one of Australia's great musicians Shane Howard recently to discuss a new tour celebrating the art of songwriting. The chat also shines a light on Shane becoming somewhat of a Muse for this years Archibald prize. Shane Howard with appear alongside his mate Sara Storer and Shane Nicholson at Archies Creek May 17 - For the sake of the song music event. Ed For Breakfast - 6am-9am Weekdays on Triple M GippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Ed catches up with basketballer Tre McCarver who has signed on with Gippsland United women's Div 1 team for Big V season 2026. Over the past eight years Tre has travelled the world playing the game she loves. Tre is now looking forward to giving back to the Gippsland basketball Community whilst also added a few wins on the board for Gippsland United. Enjoy yarn with Tre McCarver on Talking Gippsland - Local Voices with Local StoriesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show Ed caught up with singer songwriter Meg Washington before her gig at The Wedge in Sale. The conversation drifted between animal onesies to a beached grand piano and Megs recent encounter with a Blue Mountain crayfish! Enjoy the yarn and a laugh with Meg Washington on Ed For Breakfast 6am-9am weekdays on Triple M Gippsland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The event that is MEATSTOCK! is coming to Gippsland.  Along with the tender cuts of melt in your mouth meaty delights is the pure entertainment of country music, highlighted by Aussie country music star Morgan Evans. Ed caught up with Morgan ahead of his new album release and his upcoming gig at Meatstock Gippsland. Enjoy a laugh and a yarn on Ed For Breakfast 6am-9am Weekdays on Triple M GippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed caught up with Gippsland's favourite wildlife warrior Ranger Benny and delved into Benny's stint playing in the VFL back in the early 2000s. This all came to light after former Essendon captain and premiership full forward Matthew Lloyd scoffed at the idea that Ranger Benny played at the VFL level. Enjoy a laugh and a yarn with Ed For Breakfast 6am-9am on Triple M GippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we celebrate the milestone of Episode 50 of Talking Gippsland - Ed catches up with a South Gippsland Math teacher who has always had a passion for story telling. Glenn Sullivan has just published his first book Kicking Goals, A regional story about a young lad who hope to make it to the big time in Australian Rules Football yet a few life hurdles cause some drama along the way. Enjoy the yarn with Author Glenn Sullivan on Talking Gippsland - Local Voices with Local Stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back for 2026 is Talking Gippsland and in this episode Ed is joined by Australian palaeontologist and lead project manager at Dinosaur Dreaming Lesley Kool. Dinosaur Dreaming is a volunteer organisation based on the Bass Coast, charged with the mission of searching and scouring the rocks and cliffs between Cape Patterson and Inverloch to find dinosaurs fossils. Over the past month more moments of discovery have been celebrated in the region. Enjoy a chat with Lesley Kool as we walking in the footsteps of Dinosaurs on Talking Gippsland - Local Voices with Local Stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed caught up with singer songwriter and self proclaimed stage pocket rocket  - Brooke Taylor ahead of her tour with Delsinki as The Deserters  at the Valencia Creek Hall and Archies Creek this weekend in Gippsland. The Deserters, form a powerhouse duo crafting raw, honest songs delivered with grit, heart, and a good dose of dry humour. Enjoy the yarn on Ed For Breakfast - 6am-9am Weekdays on Triple M GippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Ed for Breakfast - Edward Yates dropped by to talk about the upcoming Gippsland International Film Festival. The festival aims to increase accessibility to film culture within Gippsland, by screening as many and as varied number of short films from the 13th-15th March 2026 in Gippsland. Enjoy another great yarn on Ed for Breakfast - 6am-9am Weekdays on Triple M GippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before pulling stumps on the year, Ed caught up with singer songwriter Steph Strings and spoke of an exciting start to 2026 with her new Album set to be release and gigs. The new Album Feel Alive is set for release Jan 9 just ahead of her performance at Ocean Sounds festival on Phillip Island. Enjoy a yarn and laugh with Steph Strings on Ed For Breakfast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Ed catches up with arguably the standout player of this year's under 18 crop of footballers Willem Duursma. The youngest of the four Duursma siblings has been growing his game since debuting for Gippsland's under-18 side in 2023 and looks likely to be taken number one overall at this years AFL National Draft. Willem also has the charm and swagger to captured the fans imagination on and off the field. Enjoy a laugh and a good yarn with Willem Duursma on Talking Gippsland - Local Voices with Local Stories.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

in this episode Ed has a yarn with the 2025 Captain of the Gippsland Power Tom Matthews ahead of the this years AFL National draft. Tom has been on a roller coaster of a ride over the past 18 months after shining bright on the field in  2024 Coates Hire talent league season as a bottom age talent, to being named Captain of the Gippsland Power for 2025, then to be struck down by injury early in his draft year. Tom talks injury, studies and the hope of living out a dream to playing AFL footy at the highest level. Enjoy the chat with Tom Matthews on Talking Gippsland - Local voices with Local storiesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed caught up with singer - songwriter Katie Noonan to have a yarn about one of her great inspirations in the world of music - Jeff Buckley. The impact of Buckley's music hit a generation hard in the 1990's and after his life was cut short at the age of 30 his legacy has become everlasting. Katie Noonan over the last couple of months has honoured that legacy with her KATIE NOONAN: JEFF BUCKLEY’S GRACE - NATIONAL TOUR that is making its journey into Gippsland. Enjoy a yarn with Katie Noonan on Ed For Breakfast - 6am-9am - Triple M GippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed sat down for a yarn with newly appointed  Geelong Venom Asst Coach Kaleb Sclater ahead of the 2025/26 WNBL season. Kaleb talks about his coaching journey, his love of Maffra and how Gippsland is becoming a major player in producing quality basketball talent. Enjoy a chat with Kaleb Sclater on Ed For Breakfast 6am-9am Weekdays on Triple M Gippsland        See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Success comes in many forms and in the world of Steph Strings is about creativity, storytelling, music, balance and the thrill of performing live on stage. Steph's star is burning bright with her music receiving rave reviews both here in Australia and overseas.  Ed sat down and had a yarn with Steph and spoke about how upcoming gigs in Gippsland were so important to the balance in her musical journey ahead of a big year ahead touring overseas. Enjoy a yarn with Steph Strings on Talking Gippsland - Local Voices with Local Stories See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed is joined by Russell Robertson to wrap up a entertaining and for some fans a very emotional AFL trade period. Wake up with Ed for Breakfast weekdays from 6am- 9am on Triple M GippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Ed sits down with the high flying Jalin Wimberly from the Gippsland United Basketball Club. Over the past two years the American import has left a real impression on the Gippsland basketball community both on and off the court.  The big question is will Jalin suit for GU again after a stellar 2025 season that saw him take out BIG V Division 1 season MVP and was Finals MVP in Gippsland United's Div 1 championship win. Enjoy a yarn with Jalin Wimberly on Talking Gippsland - Local voices with Local Stories.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Ed sits down for a yarn with singer songwriter Ethan Calway. Ethan recently participated in this years VOICE contest on reality TV. A journey that can open doors or pick you up and spit you out in the world of music. Ethan is determined as ever to build on a promising career in music, downing tools as a tradie to pursue the dream of touring and singing his own songs. Enjoy a chat with with Ethan Calway on Talking Gippsland - Local Voices with Local Stories See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Ed catches up with North Melbourne premiership defender in the AFLW, Jasmine Ferguson. Dive into ripper yarn about footy, the quirks of the AFLW fixture, challenges of being the reigning premier and her other passion the coaching netball in Ellinbank. Enjoy a chat with Jasmine Ferguson, another Gippslander dominating on the paddock in the world footy. Talking Gippsland – Local Voices with Local Stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Misty Harlowe is one of the rising stars of the Gippsland Music scene. Misty has just released her new EP -Welcome to the Wild West and is now headed to Nashville for a few gig before touring Australia over the summer months. Ed caught up with Misty and spoke about her stunning year musically and how a trip to watch her beloved Collingwood lead to very random night out! Enjoy the yarn with Misty Harlowe on Ed For Breakfast - Triple M Gippsland See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Ed catches up with rally car driver Molly Spalding ahead of the 2025 Gippsland Rally. This years Gippsland Rally offers a unique challenge to competitors as the stage will be held at night! Molly works us through the build up to the event and how her 1995 Subaru Wagon will tackle the terrain in Gippsland. Enjoy at yarn with Molly Spalding on Talking Gippsland - Local Voices with Local stories See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2025 National Table Tennis Championships have come to Gippsland and Ed is simply pumped to catch up with Olympians and Paralympians of the sport. Nicole Adamson Table Tennis Australia CEO joined Ed for a chat about the importance of the championships and her passion for the sport. Get your paddle ready and enjoy a yarn with Table Tennis Australia CEO Nicole Adamson on Ed For Breakfast - Weekdays from 6am-9am on Triple M GippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed was out and about this week in Gippsland and venture out to the township of Trafalgar and take a look at the new Neil Joiner Holden Heritage Centre that has be come the latest attraction to the Trafalgar Holden Museum. The Heritage Centre honours the museums late founder Neil Joiner who gave back to the community in spades whilst sharing his passion for the iconic Holden brand. Ed caught up with Anne Schembri (Neil's daughter) who is the secretary of the Trafalgar Holden Museum, and took a tour of the new facility. Ed For Breakfast - 6am-9pm weekdays on Triple M Gippsland.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the next month some of the best rising comics around the country are touring Gippsland all part of the Melbourne international Comedy Festival. Coming up at the Ocean Reach Brewing company is the Four Comedians, Four Beers event on Phillip Island.  Ed caught up with Hannah Sainty who will be performing at the event and had a yarn about her journey in Comedy. Enjoy a laugh and a yarn with Hannah Sainty on the Ed For Breakfast.  Ed For Breakfast - Monday to Friday from 6am-9am on 94.3 & 97.9 or via the LiSTNR app   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Seymour & The Undertow have been touring all over the country of late and recently ventured into Gippsland for a few shows with music from their latest album 'The Boxer.' Ed caught up with Mark and had a good yarn about the personal touch involved with making the album, talked about his beloved Scraggers (Western Bulldogs AFL) and how he just missed out on a trifecta that featured Peter Dutton losing his seat in Federal politics! Enjoy a yarn with one of Australia's great singer songwriters Mark Seymour on ED FOR BREAKFAST 6am-10am weekdays on Triple M Gippsland   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pete Murray has just begun his solo acoustic national tour with Gippsland set to feature heavily along this musical journey. Ed Cowlishaw caught up with Pete and had a yarn about the tour, new album and maybe getting out for a surf down at Phillip Island. Enjoy a yarn with Pete Murray on Ed For Breakfast 6am-10am weekdays on Triple M Gippsland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Talking Gippsland, Ed Cowlishaw spends some time newly crowned WNBL champion with the Bendigo Spirit - Asha Nightingale. From finishing year 12 to being accepted into Davidson University to play college hoops. Won a championship in her rookie season in the WNBL and now on the cusp of repping Australia at the under 19 world champs safe to say its been a massive year for the rising star of Australian Basketball.  Join Ed Cowlishaw for a good old Gippsland yarn with Asha Nightingale on Talking Gippsland - Local Voices with Local Stories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Ed had a yarn with  AFL great, Nathan Buckley, who was a as guest speaker at FarmWorld 2025. Nathan shared personal stories and practical tips to overcome challenges, manage stress, and maintain a healthy lifestyle whilst searching for what we all strive for....Balance. This year at Farmworld, Latrobe Health offered free Shane Warne Legacy Health Checks across all three days of the event. Enjoy a yarn with Ed For Breakfast daily from 6am on Triple M GippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Ed catches up with Singer songwriter Daisy Spratt. Daisy calls Phillip Island home with her young family and consider herself a songwriter, before a singer or guitarist. If you're into soul warming indie pop music, to help you ponder the universe, or sing to in the car, then Daisy is your girl. Enjoy a yarn and a laugh with Daisy Spratt on Talking Gippsland with Ed Cowlishaw  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The World superbike round at Phillip Island has come and gone, yet the year ahead for the riders is still set to unravel with plenty of twists and turns in sight. Ed caught up with World Superbike rider Remy Gardner and spoke of what looks to be a trying year for the team. Enjoy a unique insight into what is going on behind the scenes in the World Superbikes with Remy Gardner on Ed for Breakfast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week mysteriously large paw prints were found in the New South Wales' Blue Mountains that has set tongues wagging amongst locals that a panther might be lurking  among the forestry. Ed pursued this topic on the show claiming he saw a big black cat like creature on a dark and stormy night after playing a game of basketball near township of Monbulk in the Dandenong ranges back in 1998.  Enjoy a yarn and a laugh on the topic of the legend of the big black cats of Gippsland!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talking Gippsland is back for 2025 and in this episode Ed is revving it up with World WCR rider Tayla Relph. Tayla spent 2024 on the World WCR circuit travelling the world doing what she loves most, racing bikes.  It was a year of ups and downs finishing 7th overall in the championship. Yet Tayla is craving to get back into in 2025 and is ready to show the world what she can do on the bike. Enjoy a yarn with World WCR rider Tayla Relph on Talking Gippsland - Local voices with Local stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Ed catches up with a legend of Gippsland music scene Cash Savage. Cash is a Singer and songwriter who hails out of Port Albert in South Gippsland from a talented musical family (Savage's uncle was Conway Savage, a veteran Australian rock musician and keyboardist for Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds). Cash and her band Cash Savage and The Last Drinks have been rocking it out since 2008 and are set for another big year touring Europe and hoping to launch a new album in the next 12 months. Enjoy a good yarn with Cash Savage on Ed For Breakfast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the episode Ed catches up with Shane Jay from Saferoads for us to talk about the impact one error in judgement can make when driving on our roads. This conversation is for all families to have a listen and take note of how a moment in time can changes the lives of the one you care about. Road safety is everyone's responsibility please take care.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Talking Gippsland Ed catches up with singer songwriter Steph Strings. Steph has had an incredible year releasing a new album and finishing up tours of Europe and North America with great success. Yet 2025 will be one of rest and writing new music at home on Phillip Island. Enjoy a yarn with Steph Strings on Talking Gippsland - Local Voices with Local Stories   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Little Quirks are touring Gipplsand and Ed spent some time having a yarn and a laugh with the songwriter and lead vocalist Abbey Toole. The two chatted about a recent trip to the UK, the are of songwriting and the joy of releasing there self titled album. You'll also get a listen to there new single Reverie.  Enjoy a feel good chat with Abbey Toole from the Little Quirks on the Ed For Breakfast Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Ed catches up with AFL Draftees Alix Tauru and Xavier Lindsey from the Gippsland Power. Both footballers were expected to be snapped up in the first round and that is exactly what happened with Alix making his way to the St.Kilda Football Club at pick 10 and at pick 11 it was Xavier's turn being selected to play for the Melbourne Football Club. Enjoy a yarn with two young Gippsland footballers who are about to realise their dream of playing football in the AFL. Talking Gippsland - Local Voices with Local Stories.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lucy Rash from the band Raging Hormones ahead their gig at the Westernport Hotel. Lucy is a born and bred Gippslander and love coming home to rock everyones socks off with her band whilst also dropping a line in to catch the odd fish or squid. Enjoy a yarn with Lucy from the Raging Hormones and a listen to there latest single River of Ants on the Ed for Breakfast Show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed spent some time with Costa Georgiadis ahead of the 2024 International Rose Garden festival in Morwell. Costa talks gardening and celebrating everything roses, sustainability and innovation in the Gippsland region, cricket is also a love whilst having a chat to people is another one of his passions. Enjoy a yarn with Costa on the Ed for Breakfast - 6-9am Weekdays on Triple M Gippsland.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was another great week to be in Gippsland, as more talented musicians  toured the region. Ed added a bit of country flavour to the show has he caught up with Gord Bamford and Taylor Moss. Kick back and enjoy a yarn with two country music stars on the Ed For Breakfast show 6am-9am daily on Triple M Gippsland See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Talking Gippsland Ed discusses the business of professional Basketball in the WNBA and the aspect of getting traded with Aussie Opal Jade Melbourne. Jade opens up about the move to Washington D.C and previews another big season at home in the WNBL with the UC Canberra Capitals. Enjoy a yarn with Jade Melbourne on Talking Gippsland - Local Voices with Local Stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed catches up with two young gun aussie riders Jacob Roulstone and Joel Kelso who are competing in the Moto3 category at the 2024 Australian Moto GP on Phillip Island. Both riders have had different journeys this season on the circuit yet are striving for a podium finish on their home circuit. Enjoy a yarn with Ed for Breakfast daily from 6am-9am on Triple M GippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Ed sits down with Australian Opal Basketballer Jade Melbourne to recap her journey through the 2024 Paris Olympic campaign that led the team to a Bronze medal. Jade takes us behind the scenes of the Opals intense quest for an Olympic medal, via a shock loss, a blast from Lauren Jackson, spending time in the village and performing on the biggest stage for her country. Enjoy a yarn with Jade Melbourne on the Ed for Breakfast podcast - Local Voices with Local StoriesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Ed chats with Michael Holloway who has lived and breathed the essence of motorsport for the past 55 years! Michael is apart of the Victorian State Race Series circuit and shares his passion and story with Ed ahead of the round 5 VSRS event on Phillip Island this weekend ( Oct 5 & 6). If you love motorsport enjoy the yarn with Michael Holloway on Ed For Breakfast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Ed heads out to the coal mining town of Wonthaggi, to catch up with Comedian Marcus Ryan. Marcus has just finished up his tour of Asia and is now set for a big summer ahead on home soil with his new show Marcus Ryan - Eat, Pray, Walk.  Enjoy a yarn that takes you into the world of a comedian who loves a wander, Wonthaggi and the ups and downs of comic circuit. Talking Gippsland - Local Voices with Local Stories with Ed Cowlishaw.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier this year Ed ventured out to the wonderful East Gippsland Winter Festival and stumbled across a couple of unique musicians. One of those musicians was the talented Sasha Kruse who was playing music though engineering modulation. It captured the imagination though sound whilst intertwining the essence of the the didgeridoo.  Join Ed as he catches up with Sasha Kruse and listen to the evolution of Sound modulation in East Gippsland. Talking Gippsland - Local Voices with Local Stories See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Ed ventures out East to catch up with acclaimed blues musician Anna Scionti. Anna Scionti (pronounced Shon-tee) is a singer-songwriter, guitarist and bottleneck slide player who mixes it up on cigar box guitar, resonator, lap steel and six-string guitar.  Having lost both her parents as a teenager, Scionti turned to music as an outlet. Her original songs tell stories of love, loss, and longing and are uninhibited, raw and unapologetic in their honesty. They are songs from the heart.  Enjoy a yarn with Anna Scionti on Talking Gippsland - Local Voice with Local Stories      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.