Canberra: Conversations in the Capital

Sep 25 2024 42 ep. 28 mins 16

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A podcast about Canberrans, for Canberrans. During his time working with Questacon and ABC Radio, Henry Xu met and chatted to some of the best the Nation's Capital has to offer. Now, he's ready to showcase them all. Through 20-30 minute interviews, Henry has conversations with a plethora of Canberrans- from career retrospectives with Tim the Yowie Man, to life stories with Stew Thaung from the Mandalay Bus. Recorded throughout the city, in locations relevant to his guests, this podcast allows the people of Canberra a chance to learn more about the town they live in and adore.

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S7E6: Gavin Smith, ACT Snake Removals

Sep 25 2024 40 mins

For this extended-length season finale, Henry chats with Gavin Smith of ACT Snake Removals. Conversations range from the Canberra Snake Tracking Project to Gavin's reflections on the perception of snakes and importance of wildlife and ecology in the present day.

S7E5: Tommy Balogh, Visual Artist

Sep 18 2024 33 mins

This episode, Henry chats with visual artist Tommy Balogh. Conversations range from Tommy's art-related adventures, both in Canberra and around the world, as well as his current and future projects in the profession.

S7E4: Sophie Edwards, Musician

Sep 11 2024 26 mins

This episode, Henry chats with musician Sophie Edwards. Conversations range from Sophie's musical journey and She's On The Bill to reflections on the Canberra music scene and its future.

S7E3: John Delmenico, The Chaser

Sep 04 2024 33 mins

This episode, Henry chats with John Delmenico- Head Writer and Editor of The Chaser. Conversations range from John's experiences being part of The Chaser institution, his thoughts on the founding "Chaser Boys", as well as reflections on the role of political satire in the modern day.

S7E2: Chloe Hosking, Olympic Cyclist

Aug 28 2024 22 mins

This episode, Henry chats with Olympic cyclist and Commonwealth gold medalist, Chloe Hosking. Recorded at Stromlo Forest Park, conversations range from Chloe's experiences cycling around the world, to her reflections on a post-professional sporting career.

S7E1: Glynda Bluhm, Alpaca Magic

Aug 21 2024 31 mins

In the season premiere, Henry chats with the proprietor of Alpaca Magic- Glynda Bluhm. Recorded on the farmstead, conversations range from Glynda's beginnings with alpacas and llamas, to her experiences with these fluffy animals over the last 25 years.

S6E6: Zac Young, Kita

Dec 05 2023 32 mins

Henry chats with Zac Young, the co-founder of Kita: Canberra’s own after-hours café. Recorded ahead of the institution's five-year anniversary, conversations for the season finale range from the history and origins of the space to Kita's cult following and famous Curry of the Week.

S6E5: Sita Sargeant, She Shapes History

Nov 28 2023 27 mins

This episode, Henry chats with Sita Sargeant, founder and director of She Shapes History. Recorded at Old Parliament House, conversations range from the history and creation of Sita's organization to making Australian women's history more accessible.

S6E4: Aislinn King, Performance Designer

Nov 21 2023 26 mins

This episode, Henry chats with performance designer Aislinn King. Recorded in Canberra Theatre Centre's Courtyard Studio, conversations range from Aislinn's favorite design creations and collaborations to her national and international experiences in the field.

S6E3: Ari Rex, Photographer

Nov 14 2023 25 mins

This episode, Henry chats with international award-winning photographer Ari Rex. Recorded at Wildbark in Throsby, conversations range from Ari's astrophotography workshops to becoming Nature Photographer of the Year in 2020, as well as shooting with infrared lenses.