Community Interviews - 2025-2026
Conducted by John Weeks (and sometimes, with co-presenters)
20250210 Kristine & Ian Ash, All-American Car Display And Swap Meet
20250210 The Heartbreakers, an Australian folk music band
20250217 Mitch Tambo, a proud Gamilaraay, blending traditional sounds and language with contemporary beats and production
20250224 Kerrith Cummins, a Rotary leader of the group, and school teacher Hollie Boniface. Re: fundraiser for Wheelchairs for Kids
20250224 Bob Phelps, Genethics
20250303 Kerry Maher, a local Jazz music singer/songwriter in Mt Dandenong
20250303 Professor Ian Olver, about the spiritual aspect of Artificial Intelligence
20250317 Adam Turner, an award-winning Australian technology journalist, corporate writer, podcaster and long-time columnist for The Age and Sydney Morning Herald.
20250324 Judy-Ann Steed, a radio broadcaster and journalist
20250324 Reece Pianta, Advocacy Manager, Invasive Species Council
20250331 'The Ghost Rider', Producer & Presenter of the radio show, The Golden Age of Rock 'n' Roll'
20250331 Ava Cashmore, 3MDR Presenter / Journalist to be
20250414 Steve Parish, an Australian photographer and publisher known for his work capturing the country's natural landscapes, wildlife, and ecosystems.
20250428 Fred Schmager, President, Upwey-Belgrave RSL
20250428 Sangeeta Bajaj, Rotary Club, Emerald, Fundraising Chair, & Toni-Anne Griffiths – Rotary Club, Emerald, Community Committee
20250428 David Brimacombe, Upwey-Belgrave RSL Committee Member
20250503 Jules Vines, radio producer/presenter of the radio show, Classically Saturday
20250503 John Wurth, a war veteran of the Vietnam War in the 1960s
20250512 Corey Ballock, Corporal in the Signal Corp (Australian Army)
20250512 Jayde Wong. Jayde has suffered a sad loss of her late husband’s guitar which was stolen recently. Jayde is appealing for people to look out for this guitar.
20250602 Dr Anna Welch, Principal Collection Curator, State Library Victoria
20250602 Jules Vines, radio producer/presenter of the radio show, Classically Saturday
20250609 Lisa Parma, CEO Wildlife Victoria
20250609 Jayde Wong, sharing the success of the return of her late husband's guitar that was stole a month ago.
20250616 Emma Clark and Gayle Barrot, about the Rotary Revealed Open Evening on Tuesday 24 June at 7.00 held at the Paradise Valley Hotel
20250616 Shane Dunlop, General Manager of Channel 31, Melbourne.
20250623 Matthew Montfort, an American guitarist, composer, and music educator
20250630 Elizabeth Calleja is the Senior Advisor for Physical Activity at the National Heart Foundation of Australia
20250630 Chris Christofi is an Australian-born Greek-Cypriot entrepreneur, author, philanthropist, and sports sponsor.
20250707 Steve Hitchin, Editor of Australian Flying Magazine.
20250714 Noah Secomb, the Political Reporter, in Tasmania, covering the Tasmanian Elections for July 2025
20250721 Shannon Mead, Founder of No More Butts
20250721 Dean Manning, Author of ‘Mr. Blank’. The book, ‘Mr. Blank’ is based on the true story of an old suitcase Dean Manning found in a rubbish heap that revealed the incredible life of Australian raconteur Mr Blank.
20250728 John Cuturilo. He is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association, holding a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and Graduate Diploma of Counselling." Topic : How we can discern that mental illness is a real phenomenon
20250728 Dr. Brad McEwen PhD is an Australian expert in preventive and personalized health, specializing in cardiometabolic health and mental/cognitive wellbeing.
20250804 CEO Matthew Koce - Members Health Fund Alliance-Private Health Insurance - Topic: Bulk Billing. Affordable GP Care At Risk: Time To Look At How The Private Health System Can Help
20250804 Iain Gillespie, TV investigative journalist and documentary maker; band member of Woodn'Wire. Rural Australians For Refugees
20250811 John Cuturilo. He is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association, holding a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and Graduate Diploma of Counselling." Topic : How Does Psychotherapy Work?
20250818 Michelle Moo, Manager of Exhibitions and Experience Design, State Library Victoria - State Library Victoria's largest exhibition reveals the creative process from muse to masterpiece.
20250818 Allie Pepper, Australian Mountaineer
20250825 Bob Rich, Author The Hole in Your Life: Grief and Bereavement. Bob Rich's book lays out the research-based techniques to handle grief caused by anything. These are the activities he has used to resolve his personal grief.
20250825 Viorel Nichols, Author The Escape from Bucharest. This gripping account details how two aircraft mechanics, Viorel Nicolae and George Florescu, managed to fly out of Bucharest-Baneasa airport on May 19, 1978, despite having zero flying experience.
20250901 John Cuturilo. He is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association, holding a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and Graduate Diploma of Counselling." Topic : Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD)
20250908 Steve Loe is the founder and director of Precedent Productions, creators of the Australian Small Business Champion Awards. For more than 40 years, he has been a tireless advocate for excellence in small business and a champion of community achievement.
20250915 Noel Harcourt. Step inside the fascinating world of zookeeping – ‘For Keeps’ by Noel Harcourt, published by New Holland Publishers that gives a heartfelt, behind-the-scenes look at the fascinating world of zookeeping.
20250915 Joe McIntyre, University South Australia Associate Professor of Law. Pseudolaw is high theatre, but no laughing matter for the courts. The Australian legal system is grappling with a disruptive new movement that is not only tying up the courts, councils and police, but also posing an unprecedented threat to democracy.
20250915 Dalys Mithen, Musical Director. On Sunday the 21st Of September to coincide with The International Day of Peace, Choirs and singing groups from around the world are coming together to “Sing for Unity”. None more so than The Lyrebirds Community Choir based in Emerald.
20250922 Ron King, presenter of Acoustic Companion, 3MDR
20250922 Peter Crowley, author of ‘Townsend of the Ranges’
20250929 John Cuturilo. He is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association, holding a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and Graduate Diploma of Counselling." Topic : Borderline Personality Disorder
20250929 Marian Matta, Director, Dandenong Ranges Literary Festival 2025
20251013 UniSA PhD student, Ishika Chhillar . Topic: Old solar panels can power new future.
20251020 Interview: John Cuturilo. He is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association, holding a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and Graduate Diploma of Counselling." Topic : The importance of men's and seniors' mental health
20251020 Dr Sean Tomlinson, from Curtin’s School of Molecular and Life Sciences. Topic: Invasive Red Foxes in Australia
20251020 James Williams - RACV Head of Policy James Williams said this year RACV worked alongside the National Transport Research Organisation (NTRO) to evaluate 364 metropolitan intersections and – based on crash data, traffic volumes and intersection design – identified 84 of the very worst intersections for Victorians to vote on.
20251103 Dr. Michael Smart is an Australian aerospace engineer and professor specializing in hypersonic propulsion technology.
20251103 Jasmine Yuen, Victorian Director, Australian Christian Lobby
20251110 Ben Rogers, CEO, Council on the Ageing (COTA) Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria
20251110 Lachlan A’Court (executive producer), ‘Once Upon A Lie’ podcast
20251117 John Cuturilo. He is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association, holding a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and Graduate Diploma of Counselling." Topic : The importance of healthy habits in contributing to our psychological health
20251124 John Waters: Australian Stage and Screen Icon
20251124 Kevin Amos, Owner & Driver of the replica Citreon CV5 Car called Bubsie
20251208 Makarla Cole, RACV General Manager of Automotive Services
20251208 John Cuturilo. He is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association, holding a Bachelor of
Psychological Sciences and Graduate Diploma of Counselling." Topic : The importance of telling someone what they need to hear to help them, and inversely, how we can take personal responsibility for our growth
20251208 Bob Rich, Author The Hole in Your Life: Grief and Bereavement. Topic: Home of Faith Orphanage in Uganda
20251215 Professor Deborah Pino-Pasternak, Topic: “Are primary students prepared to write in a digital world?"
20251215 Lachlan A'Court, presenter of New podcast and radio show, Sydney Tonight, on 2SER, launched Tuesday 2 December, 2025.
20251222 Sanjit Roy, Professor of Marketing and Service Science, Edith Cowan University. Topic: The study that shows AI strengthens agility and engagement.
20251222 Scott Hannah, Edith Cowan University Master of Clinical Psychology student. Topic: 'AI chatbots could help reduce mental health stigma'.
20251222 Mikhaela Ebony (Bourke) (She/Her) Actor/Producer/Educator
20260126 Christopher King is an award-winning director, editor, cinematographer, and producer originally from Melbourne, Australia, who has called Nairobi, Kenya home since 2007. He co-founded the Nairobi-based production company Circle & Square Productions with his wife and creative partner, Maia Lekow.
20260126 Thomas Higgs is a teacher and award-winning portrait artist living in Darwin. He enjoys painting, gardening and visiting friends in remote communities across the Northern Territory. He would like to see all Australians learning about our rich First Nations history and culture and regards collaboration like this book as an act of reconciliation.
20260202 James Williams, RACV Head of Policy. Topic: E-Scooters
20260209 Kevin Patrick, a prominent Australian comics historian, academic, and enthusiast specializing in the history of Australian comic books.
20260209 Associate Professor Helen Adam from the School of Education at Edith Cowan University (ECU)
20260216 Dr Anabela Malpique, senior lecturer in literacy from the School of Education at Edith Cowan University (ECU)
20260223 Dr Ross Hollett, a Senior Lecturer in the School of Arts and Humanities (Psychology) at Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Perth, Western Australia.
20260223 Bob Morton, co-founder and CEO of The Property Clearance Company
20260309 Elizabeth Jane | Best-selling author and emotional wellbeing thought leader
20260316 Wayne Bemet is a former Australian Defence Force (ADF) serviceman who served for 19 years (from around 2000 to 2018) in both the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) and the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF).
20260323 John Cuturilo. He is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association, holding a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and Graduate Diploma of Counselling." Topic : the importance of emotional intelligence in childhood and beyond
20260330 Joplin Higgins, Award-winning family lawyer and domestic violence advocate is warning that more Australians are using the legal system itself as a tactic to financially and emotionally wear down their former partners.
20260406 Dr Jason Goopy, Senior Lecturer in Music Education in the School of Education at Edith Cowan University and Fullbright Scholar, has investigated the positive impact of community music education programs (CMEPs) in regional Australia.
20260413 Jennifer Williamson, Brisbane principal Solicitor and founder of Williamson & Associates. Topic: New partner, old Will? Your ex could still inherit everything
20260413 Julian Finch is the founder and CEO of Finch Financial. With decades of mortgage brokerage and commercial lending experience, Finch has helped thousands of Australians successfully navigate the lending process.
20260420 John Cuturilo. He is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association, holding a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and Graduate Diploma of Counselling." Topic : Why We Should Avoid Being Divided About Politics
20260420 Hita Mistry, owner of Emerald Psychology
20260427 Chris Pearce, Chief Operating Officer, Manhari Recycling. Topic: Buying a drink in a can, glass bottle or plastic container?
20260427 Jack Kapoor, founder and managing director of Agile Energy. Topic: Fuel shock wake-up call: Aussie businesses urged to break reliance as energy crisis deepens
20260427 Brett McAllen is the CEO of @WORKSPACES - Topic: Industry expert predicts coworking will dominate commercial offices by 2030
20260504 Jim Penman - Australia’s most outspoken entrepreneur and the founder of Jim’s Group, Jim Penman. Topic: Jim Penman’s explosive theory on why society is turning away from family - declining birth rate