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The Last Post Radio Show

Greg T Ross

The Last Post Radio show entertains and informs with conversations with leading Australians across a wide selection of genre.

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  • S1 · E324
    Tuesday · 43 min

    From Sale to Paris - Serving RAAF Officer Aimee McCartney and the empowerment of Aboriginal Art

    Artistic Director at Lurukin and serving Officer with RAAF, Aimee McCartney speaks with the Radio Show about her life and the beauty of enacting and creating contemporary Aboriginal art. Aimee speaks proudly of her heritage, her childhood and family, the importance of art in expression in life...and the joy of being invited to exhibit her work at The Louvre in Paris.

  • S1 · E322
    November 7 · 30 min

    The NFSA's National Songbook Project

    In this catch up with NFSA's Crispian Winsor we discuss the first ten songs inducted into the National Songbook Project and their relevance to Australia and our history. From Beds Are Burning, Treaty, I Am Woman to Waltzing Matilda, the insights into the songs, the songwriters and how they became part of our culture.

  • S1 · E321
    November 4 · 56 min

    The Luke McCallum Story with Dr Mary Anne Whiting.

    It was 1997. Luke McCallum, Broken Hill-born, left home to join the navy. Luke was 17. He served in the Royal Australian Navy for nearly two decades as a Communications and Information Systems sailor. Throughout his service, Luke participated in operations spanning regions like the Middle East, the Solomon Islands, East Timor, and Border Protection duties near Australia. Following a suicide-attack in the Persian Gulf, and injury to his legs during a training drill, Luke was medically discharged in 2013. Here, Luke speaks with Dr Mary Anne Whiting about his injuries, his career after leaving the navy and how sport, speaking and media work has helped to face and overcome the physical and mental challenges that presented themselves.

  • S1 · E319
    October 30 · 22 min

    The 2026 Rugby League World Cup - A collection of thoughts from Michael Bridger

    Asked to appear on this special World Cup episode of The Selection Table, Michael Bridger, true to form, starts the conversation by using it as an opportunity to praise his beloved Roosters and later, again putting the boots into The Dragons ("The Dragons will sign anyone. They'd sign Mr Whippy if they thought it'd get them a win"). Michael also points to some front-page news on the playing future of Nathan Cleary. Eventually we get around to discussing the World Cup and these quotes from Michael followed - "There must've been 100 cars in the street with horns" "I won't mention where he's from" "They'll challenge Australia, don't worry about that" "Especially up in the hills of PNG" "It's great to see people happy" "I'm not playing, I'll be enjoying a nice glass of wine" "How much rest does he need?"

  • S1 · E317
    October 22 · 47 min

    Trip Reports - Expanding the conversation on psychedelic medicine

    The Radio Show chats with author Rich Hardy about his new book, Trip Reports. In an exciting, interesting and complicated field Rich chats about ongoing research and the potential to find new ways to treat depression, PTSD, dementia and other conditions. This chat takes a deep dive into the experimental science, the history of psychedelic medicine, treatments available and what has happened and what is happening around the world.

  • S1 · E316
    October 20 · 43 min

    Every Inch A Saint...a message of courage and hope

    Author Kate Clinch sits down to talk with the Radio Show about her new book, Every Inch A Saint, the story of Eileen O'Conner whose work with, and caring for the sick and poor in Sydney's slums has resulted in her becoming Australia's Saint-in-Waiting. Against the backdrop of her own poor health, WW1 and with the help of Father Edmund McGrath, Eileen dedicated her time to being a trailblazer in the help of Sydney's disadvantaged. Visiting Eileen's house, Kate tells us that she felt that she was in the presence of a Saint...and of her own near death experience.

  • S1 · E315
    October 18 · 41 min

    From Shell Shock to PTSD - The Hidden Cost of War

    Historian and author of 24 books, Ian Howie Willis sits down with the Radio Show to talk about his latest book. We look at the history of what is now known as Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome, a history that goes back to Shakespeare. This conversation includes a reading of Vietnam veteran Stephen "Butch" Daly's poem, "There's nothing wrong with me". At a time when up to 11% of the Australian population is believed to suffer from PTSD, a timely and important book.

  • S1 · E314
    October 15 · 1 min

    All About Wills...Red Cross Free Webinar

    A free online will-writing webinar is being conducted next Wednesday, Oct 21 by Australian Red Cross. An opportunity to write your will, completely free.

  • S1 · E313
    October 14 · 29 min

    "Legacy will always be there..."

    Legacy Australia is a historic charity founded in 1923 from a promise made in World War I - "I'll look after your family". Today Legacy Australia continues that promise by supporting the families of fallen or injured Veterans. Hear more of the story in Dr Mary Anne Whiting's interview with Judy Mack, Past President of Canberra Legacy as she explains the changing but still vital role of Legacy.

  • S1 · E312
    October 13 · 46 min

    Operation Kingfisher - Far more than the story of a failed rescue mission

    Author historian Lynette Ramsay Silver speaks with the Radio Show about her latest book, Operation Kingfisher. A story of cover-ups, bungled operations, failures of leadership, poor judgement and flawed assumptions...and of lives lost and of Douglas Stirling, who joined the ADF at the age of 14. And of Douglas' parents, who knew nothing of their sons whereabouts until they received a postcard from Borneo. Silver has received numerous Australian + international honours for her contribution to military history and veterans. Through this book and interview, the truth is out. A painful story but a must read and listen.

  • S1 · E311
    October 11 · 5 min

    Mental Health Matters...Dr Muriel Cooper. Stress Relief.

    In this ongoing series, Psychotherapist, Psychologist Dr Muriel Cooper talks about the unique challenges faced by defence force personnel and their families, in the area of mental health. Dr Muriel, who specialises in stress, anxiety and depression, as well as general psychology, also takes us through ways to manage stress. Sit down with Muriel now for your own free appointment and learn more about ways to improve your life.

  • S1 · E310
    October 9 · 13 min

    SPRING CYCLE - SUNDAY OCT 11 RAISING MONEY FOR LIFELINE

    This Sunday, October 11th, the Spring Cycle event takes place with over 7000 riders pedalling through Sydney to raise money for Lifeline Australia. This chat, with Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury CEO Elizabeth Lovell, takes you through the event and ways to help mental health in Australia.

  • S1 · E309
    October 6 · 31 min

    Turning 17 on the Kokoda Track...Ray James on The Last Post Radio Show

    From the Burdekin Valley, through the Bergin Inquiry, Covid and beyond, the Radio Show speaks with Ray James OAM, former State President of RSL NSW. In this delightful chat, Ray talks about the importance of accommodating veterans of all ages and from all parts of NSW. The first RAN veteran to be appointed as State President, Ray recalls falling in love with the navy when HMAS Melbourne came to town, of being a successful young boxer who was gifted 2 cans of beer for winning each fight, when he was too young to drink. Ray also speaks of his love for the Qld Reds, the need for the RSL to continue modernising...and of his father, turning 17 on the Kokoda Track. More Ray James coming soon to The Last Post Post Radio Show.

  • S1 · E308
    October 4 · 45 min

    The Anzac Legacy of CJ Dennis - Poetry in the trenches

    Darryl Stuart, Editor of the book, The Anzac Legacy of CJ Dennis, speaks with the Radio Show about this new release. In a time when poetry was working class entertainment, CJ Dennis was our most popular and prolific poet. With characters Ginger Mick and Digger Smith, CJ took us into the lives of the working class and our Diggers. Using words used in everyday conversation CJ expressed the spirit of a young federation and his work, so popular that Australian soldiers read and recited them while fighting, in the trenches. All proceeds from the sale of this book go to Legacy Australia.

  • S1 · E307
    October 2 · 53 min

    "Everybody loves Marky Mark...but yeah, nah...look" Michael Bridger and David Free on the NRL 2026 Grand Final

    On this final episode of The Selection Table for 2026, Michael Bridger is joined by Australian writer and essayist David Free. Michael puts the boots into Foxtel, describes Roosters Captain "Teddy" Tedesco as being like "a ball in a pinball machine", declares his undying love for Marky Mark, his admiration for Kalyn Ponga and his wish for a sombrero. Michael also wisely reminds us that "there are 19 teams in the competition" and reminds Sam Walker too, that he needs to keep playing well. In Part Two, David takes us through his recently published story, The Day Nathan Cleary Broke His Leg, his history of being a Panthers supporter, of his greatest nightmare coming true and the sick stillness of Nathan Cleary after his compound fracture.

  • S1 · E306
    October 1 · 29 min

    Regroup, recover, move forward - Rally Point Australia

    Kerry Hersbach is a veteran, veteran specialist and Founder of Rally Point, Australia. Located in the Darling Downs in Queensland, Kerry and Rally Point service an area composing of the 3rd largest veteran settlement in Australia. Listen to this great chat and find out programs and services offered by Rally Point Australia to help veterans and their families access the best. Visit rallypoint.au

  • S1 · E304
    September 29 · 14 min

    Battle of Britain commemorations, live from Hobart with Dr Mary Anne Whiting

    Annual Battle of Britain commemorations in Australia take place each September to honour the Australian pilots and ground crew who served with the Royal Air Force during the 1940 air campaign. The Hobart Air Force Association hosts the National Commemoration for the Battle of Britain. This year, Wing Commander (Retd) Dr Mary Anne Whiting attended the National Commemoration in Hobart where she interviewed Air Vice Marshal (Retd) Alan Titheridge, AO, Group Captain (Retd) Macaulay Cottrell, DFC, US Silver Star, and Air Commodore Andrew McHugh, CSM, representing the Chief of Air Force. Dr Whiting concludes the podcast with a prayer of reflection, The Coventry Litany of Reconciliation, composed after the bombing of Coventry in 1940.

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