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Broadsheet Melbourne: Around Town

Broadsheet Melbourne: Around Town is a biweekly culture podcast that dives deep into Australian food, entertainment, fashion, art and everything in between. Each Tuesday, we sit down with a person making an impact on culture and the way we live. It could be the founder of a brand we use every day, a restaurateur who’s transformed how we dine, a filmmaker behind a series we can’t stop watching or a bartender shaking up a twist on a classic cocktail.  On Thursdays, hear from a rotating cast of Broadsheet editors on openings and events in Melbourne; recommendations as asked for by you; and anything we haven’t been able to stop talking about in the office – all in less than 10 minutes.
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Episodes

Broadsheet Brief: Favourite Openings of the Year So Far and Three Spicy Noodles to Try

Broadsheet Editors receive a lot of questions about what they're eating, drinking and doing. In our new series, you're invited behind the scenes to discover what the office is excited about this week. Subscribe on the LiSTNR app to make sure you don’t miss an episode. And keep up-to-date on everything Broadsheet has to offer at www.Broadsheet.com.au , or at @Broadsheet_melb. Broadsheet Melbourne Around Town is hosted by Ruby Harris and produced by Nicola Sitch. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

May 22, 202416 minSeason 1Ep. 166

Rob Caslick, Founder of Two Good Co, on Starting a Social Enterprise Working With Our Most Celebrated Chefs and His Plans for a Regional Move

Rob Caslick, the founder of Two Good Co, is making a tangible difference. Alongside his partner, Caslick has crafted a social enterprise that not only delivers top-notch products but also embodies a powerful ethos of giving back. Two Good Co's 'buy one, give one' model is a commitment to providing essential items to those in need. From their beginnings serving up nutritious meals to domestic violence shelters, Caslick and Garske have steered Two Good Co toward a broader spectrum of products, inc...

May 20, 202433 minSeason 1Ep. 165

Broadsheet Brief: Melbourne's Best Fireplaces, Top Cheap Eats and a Sydney Favourite Pops Up in Fitzroy North

Broadsheet Editors receive a lot of questions about what they're eating, drinking and doing. In our new series, you're invited behind the scenes to discover what the office is excited about this week. Subscribe on the LiSTNR app to make sure you don’t miss an episode. And keep up-to-date on everything Broadsheet has to offer at www.Broadsheet.com.au , or at @Broadsheet_melb. Broadsheet Melbourne Around Town is hosted by Ruby Harris and produced by Nicola Sitch. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

May 15, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 164

‘The Basic Thing I’m Looking for Is a Small Doorway Into a Big World': Journalist and Presenter Marc Fennell on the Internet's First Internet Conspiracy Theory, Making Documentaries and Unexpected Celebrity Interviews

Marc Fennell is an Australian television and radio presenter, podcast host, journalist, and author. You might recognise him from 'The Feed' on SBS Viceland, 'The Movie Show' on SBS, or the global hit television show and podcast 'Stuff The British Stole'. Once described as 'the cheerful Aussie version of Louis Theroux', Marc's storytelling is whip-smart, inquisitive and fair. Marc joins us in the studio to chat about his new series, 'This Is Not A Game' which deep-dives the early days of the inte...

May 12, 202440 minSeason 1Ep. 163

Broadsheet Brief: The Year of the Bistro, Your Mothers Day Plans Sorted and a Pay-By-Weight Cheesecake Shop

Broadsheet editors receive a lot of questions about what they're eating, drinking and doing. In our new series, you're invited behind the scenes to discover what the office is excited about this week. Subscribe on the LiSTNR app to make sure you don’t miss an episode. And keep up-to-date on everything Broadsheet has to offer at www.Broadsheet.com.au , or at @Broadsheet_melb. Broadsheet Melbourne Around Town is hosted by Ruby Harris and produced by Nicola Sitch. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

May 08, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 162

‘You’ll Enter Through One Doorway and End up Somewhere Else Entirely’: A Guide to Rising 2024

Rising returns this winter for its fourth edition. And this year’s iteration of the winter arts festival, which transforms central Melbourne into a nexus of performance, music and art, is the longest one yet. Running from June 1 to June 16, this year’s program has been designed to take in three weekends, with the King’s Birthday long weekend serving as the festival’s climactic midway point. Festival Co-Artistic Directors Hannah Fox and Gideon Obarzanek join the pod to tell us all about it. Subsc...

May 06, 202426 minSeason 1Ep. 161

Broadsheet Brief: A Four Seat Restaurant in Healesville, Our Staycation Picks And a New Thai Hotpot to Try

Broadsheet Editors receive a lot of questions about what they're eating, drinking and doing. In our new series, you're invited behind the scenes to discover what the office is excited about this week. Subscribe on the LiSTNR app to make sure you don’t miss an episode. And keep up-to-date on everything Broadsheet has to offer at www.Broadsheet.com.au , or at @Broadsheet_melb. Broadsheet Melbourne Around Town is hosted by Ruby Harris and produced by Nicola Sitch. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

May 01, 202417 minSeason 1Ep. 160

Musician and Writer Ziggy Ramo on His Lyrical Influences and New Release Human?

Ziggy Ramo is a Sydney-based musician, writer, and changemaker. His music combines elements of hip-hop, R&B and spoken word poetry to highlight institutional racism, systemic oppression and the diminished life outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. His on-stage persona is electric, expansive and, at times, furious. In the studio, Ziggy's relaxed and contemplative as he chats about nurturing his art and working across mediums. Subscribe on the LiSTNR app to make sure you do...

Apr 29, 202435 minSeason 1Ep. 159

Broadsheet Brief: The Best Slices of Cake in Melbourne and a Smoked Salmon Sandwich Worth the Drive

Broadsheet Editors receive a lot of questions about what they're eating, drinking and doing. In our new series, you're invited behind the scenes to discover what the office is excited about this week. Venues Mentioned: Best Thing I Ate: Joy Jaune: https://www.broadsheet.com.au/melbourne/food-and-drink/article/homey-french-pastries-with-fresh-hong-kong-twist-at-prestons-joy-jaune News: Olympia: https://www.broadsheet.com.au/melbourne/oakleigh/bars/olympia El Columpio: https://www.broadsheet.com.a...

Apr 24, 202415 minSeason 1Ep. 158

Masterchef Judge Sofia Levin on Growing Up Eating in Melbourne and Telling Our Lesser Known Food Stories

Sofia Levin is passionate about food. As a celebrated Melbourne-based journalist and host she's been writing about the culinary world for fifteen years. Her bylines are featured on Broadsheet , Lonely Planet , the Guardian , the Age and a spate of other publications. In March 2021 Levin launched The Seasoned Traveller , a website and newsletter that celebrates cultural diversity through food and encourages readers to #eatcuriously. She’s also appeared on TV shows like Postcards and The Cook Up w...

Apr 22, 202425 minSeason 1Ep. 157

Broadsheet Brief: The Best Solo Dining Spots, Fish Slathered in Cafe de Melbourne Butter and Three Pop Ups to Try

Broadsheet Editors receive a lot of questions about what they're eating, drinking and doing. In our new series, you're invited behind the scenes to discover what the office is excited about this week. Venues mentioned: Best Thing I Ate: Embla: https://www.broadsheet.com.au/melbourne/bars/embla This Week's News: Bar Olo: https://www.broadsheet.com.au/melbourne/food-and-drink/article/first-look-after-14-years-carlton-favourite-scopri-has-finally-opened-sibling-venue Enter Via Laundry: https://www....

Apr 17, 202417 minSeason 1Ep. 156

Top Chef Peter Gilmore on His Menu Inspirations, Yum Cha and The Restaurants He Rates Around The World

Today, we're joined by fine dining legend Peter Gilmore, the Executive Chef at Quay and Bennelong, two of Australia's top restaurants. With nearly four decades of culinary experience under his belt, Peter has mentored some of the country's best young talent and is one of the most consistently awarded chefs in Australia. Driven by an obsession with and a passion for produce, Peter is also an avid gardener, making monthly visits to Tasmania to tend to his own seven-acre property nestled in the rol...

Apr 15, 202437 minSeason 1Ep. 155

Broadsheet Brief: ‘It’s High, It’s Low, It’s Fast Food, It’s Elevated’; The Ultimate Potato Cake, Melbourne’s Top Toasties and Our Picks for a Byo Date Night

Broadsheet Editors receive a lot of questions about what they're eating, drinking and doing. In our new series, you're invited behind the scenes to discover what the office is excited about this week. Subscribe on the LiSTNR app to make sure you don’t miss an episode. And keep up-to-date on everything Broadsheet has to offer at www.Broadsheet.com.au , or at @Broadsheet_melb. Broadsheet Melbourne Around Town is hosted by Ruby Harris and produced by Nicola Sitch. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Apr 10, 202415 minSeason 1Ep. 154

Ellie Bouhadana, Head Chef at Hope St Radio on Martinis and Matzah Balls, Pantry Staples and Her Dinner Party Tips

"Find flavour in places you wouldn't realize and savour it." Today, we're joined by one of Melbourne's favourite chefs, Ellie Bouhadana. As Head Chef at Collingwood's Hope St Radio, Ellie dishes up an ever-evolving menu that reflects a wholesome, neighbourly vibe– with souped-up snacks, fresh pastas, and familiar flavours. Now, Ellie has written her first cookbook, which is out next month. It's called Ellie's Table. It's part journal, part advice column, and part recipe book. There's a whole cha...

Apr 08, 202438 minSeason 1Ep. 153

Broadsheet Brief: Giant Chicken Nuggets and Three Meal Deals to Try

Broadsheet Editors receive a lot of questions about what they're eating, drinking and doing. In our new series, you're invited behind the scenes to discover what the office is excited about this week. Competition entry link: https://listnr.com/broadsheet Subscribe on the LiSTNR app to make sure you don’t miss an episode. And keep up-to-date on everything Broadsheet has to offer at www.Broadsheet.com.au , or at @Broadsheet_melb. Broadsheet Melbourne Around Town is hosted by Ruby Harris and produc...

Apr 03, 202415 minSeason 1Ep. 152

Heartbreak High Directors Jessie Oldfield and Adam Murfet on Their Creative Partnership, First Feature Film Project and The New Season of Their Hit Show

Jessie Oldfield and Adam Murfet form an acclaimed directing duo, renowned for their versatile approach across narrative television, short films, and commercials. They initially gained recognition for their art-house fashion films, captivating major brands like Renault, Adidas, Country Road, Target, and Myer with their distinctive style. In 2019, Jessie and Adam first ventured into television with the creation of the half-hour comedy series 'Why Are You Like This'. Originally conceived as part of...

Apr 01, 202432 minSeason 1Ep. 151

Broadsheet Brief: Melbourne’s Best Date Spots and Three Sangas to Try This Long Weekend

Broadsheet Editors receive a lot of questions about what they're eating, drinking and doing. In our new series, you're invited behind the scenes to discover what the office is excited about this week. Competition entry link: https://listnr.com/broadsheet Subscribe on the LiSTNR app to make sure you don’t miss an episode. And keep up-to-date on everything Broadsheet has to offer at www.Broadsheet.com.au , or at @Broadsheet_melb. Broadsheet Melbourne Around Town is hosted by Ruby Harris and produc...

Mar 27, 202416 minSeason 1Ep. 150

In Conversation: Hector's Deli x France Soir

France Soir and Hector's Deli are venues that Melburnians hold dear. The former is a late-night dining institution that has served the city for 38 years and welcomed the likes of The Rolling Stones and Bruce Springsteen through its doors. Many of our milestones have been celebrated over France Soir's creme brûlée or a dip into their renowned wine list. Hector's Deli is a more recent star of the lunchtime scene, dishing up some of Melbourne's best sandwiches. Dom Wilton, chef and owner, believes ...

Mar 25, 202437 minSeason 1Ep. 149

Broadsheet Brief: 'Truly Transcendental, Transformative, Inspiring Bread'

Broadsheet Editors receive a lot of questions about what they're eating, drinking and doing. In our new series, you're invited behind the scenes to discover what the office is excited about this week. Competition entry link: https://listnr.com/broadsheet Subscribe on the LiSTNR app to make sure you don’t miss an episode. And keep up-to-date on everything Broadsheet has to offer at www.Broadsheet.com.au , or at @Broadsheet_melb. Broadsheet Melbourne Around Town is hosted by Ruby Harris and produc...

Mar 20, 202415 minSeason 1Ep. 148

Artist Tony Albert on Being a Lifelong Collector, His Studio Space and the Biennale of Sydney

Tony Albert is one of Australia’s most prominent contemporary artists. He is an avid collector of objects, particularly those depicting Aboriginal people, and it’s this collection of Aboriginalia that underpins many themes in his artwork. Tony has conveyed large-scale artworks such as four giant bullets and three bullet shells that sit in Sydney’s Hyde Park, as well as decorating the seats in Sydney’s Allianz Stadium. Tony joins the podcast to discuss collectibles, his studio space, and his role...

Mar 18, 202438 minSeason 1Ep. 147

Broadsheet Brief: A Wine Bar to Try, Melbourne’s Best Indian Restaurants and Our MFWF Picks

Broadsheet Editors receive a lot of questions about what they're eating, drinking and doing. In our new series, you're invited behind the scenes to discover what the office is excited about this week. Competition entry link: https://listnr.com/broadsheet Subscribe on the LiSTNR app to make sure you don’t miss an episode. And keep up-to-date on everything Broadsheet has to offer at www.Broadsheet.com.au , or at @Broadsheet_melb. Broadsheet Melbourne Around Town is hosted by Ruby Harris and produc...

Mar 13, 202416 minSeason 1Ep. 146

'All Failure is Data Acquisition': Acclaimed Writer and Podcaster Elizabeth Day on Friendships, Food and Celebrating the Things That Haven't Gone Right

After quitting her job as a journalist at The Observer in London, Elizabeth Day began publishing her wildly successful podcast 'How To Fail'. Over the course of 20 seasons, Day has amassed more than 220 intimate conversations that explore themes ranging from rejection, grief and addiction to friendship, fame, sexuality, parenthood and happiness. Guests include Dan Levy, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Stanley Tucci and Bernie Sanders. Day has garnered a mass following for her generous and delightful inter...

Mar 11, 202441 minSeason 1Ep. 145

Broadsheet Brief: The Perfect Melbourne Day, Our Hot Cross Bun Wrap and a Cracking Egg Sanga

Broadsheet Editors receive a lot of questions about what they're eating, drinking and doing. In our new series, you're invited behind the scenes to discover what the office is excited about this week. Subscribe on the LiSTNR app to make sure you don’t miss an episode. And keep up-to-date on everything Broadsheet has to offer at www.Broadsheet.com.au , or at @Broadsheet_melb. Broadsheet Melbourne Around Town is hosted by Ruby Harris and produced by Nicola Sitch. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Mar 06, 202415 minSeason 1Ep. 144

Hannah Gadsby on Barbra Streisand, Potatoes and Their New Show, Woof!

"I should have been a farmer". Hannah Gadsby is one of the most in-demand comedians in Australia. They have always been a clever observationalist and captivating storyteller, but when the show Nanette first streamed on Netflix Gadsby's profile skyrocketed. Nanette was a catalyst to a whole lot of change. The show went on tour for eighteen months, Hannah published a best selling memoir and they followed up with new shows 'Douglas' and 'Body of Work'. Gadsby's new show, 'Woof', kicks off in Sydney...

Mar 04, 202421 minSeason 1Ep. 143

Broadsheet Brief: Our Favourite Set Menus and Three Scoops to Try as Summer Wraps Up

Broadsheet Editors receive a lot of questions about what they're eating, drinking and doing. In our new series, you're invited behind the scenes to discover what the office is excited about this week. Subscribe on the LiSTNR app to make sure you don’t miss an episode. And keep up-to-date on everything Broadsheet has to offer at www.Broadsheet.com.au , or at @Broadsheet_melb. Broadsheet Melbourne Around Town is hosted by Ruby Harris and produced by Nicola Sitch. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Feb 28, 202413 minSeason 1Ep. 142

Adam Liaw on Cooking Simple Food, Eating Seasonally and His Hot Take on the Humble Sausage in Bread

"I want to make sure anyone who picks up a recipe can blast away and get the right result". Since taking out the top honour on the second season of Masterchef in 2010, cook and TV presenter Adam Liaw has forged an impressive career in the food world. He’s published seven cookbooks, pens a popular food column and is regularly on our screens hosting a number of food and travel shows, including 'The Cook Up'. Ahead of the show's sixth season, Adam joins the podcast to chat about great home cooking,...

Feb 26, 202433 minSeason 1Ep. 141

The Broadsheet Brief: World Margarita Day, Free Bánh Mì and Our Picks for Group Dining

Broadsheet Editors receive a lot of questions about what they're eating, drinking and doing. In our new series, you're invited behind the scenes to discover what the office is excited about this week. Subscribe on the LiSTNR app to make sure you don’t miss an episode. And keep up-to-date on everything Broadsheet has to offer at www.Broadsheet.com.au , or at @Broadsheet_melb. Broadsheet Melbourne Around Town is hosted by Ruby Harris and produced by Nicola Sitch. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Feb 21, 202414 minSeason 1Ep. 140

Desert Oases, Turquoise Waters and Harbour Dips: 'Places We Swim' on Their Fave Spots

"We knew we wanted to do a trip, we didn't know we wanted to do a book" In 2016, writer and content producer Caroline Clements ( Broadsheet ’s founding editor) and her partner, photographer and environmental scientist Dillon Seitchik-Reardon, quit their jobs to begin a search for Australia’s most beautiful beaches, pools and swimming spots. The result was their book Places We Swim : part travel guide, part photo essay and part cultural study. The popularity of their first book quickly led to a s...

Feb 19, 202423 minSeason 1Ep. 139

Broadsheet Brief: An Unforgettable Egg Roast, a Sibling Venue for Rumi and Melbourne’s Best Happy Hours

Broadsheet Editors receive a lot of questions about what they're eating, drinking and doing. In our new series, you're invited behind the scenes to discover what the office is excited about this week. Subscribe on the LiSTNR app to make sure you don’t miss an episode. And keep up-to-date on everything Broadsheet has to offer at www.Broadsheet.com.au , or at @Broadsheet_melb. Broadsheet Melbourne Around Town is hosted by Ruby Harris and produced by Nicola Sitch. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Feb 14, 202410 minSeason 1Ep. 138

Brian Ritchie's Guide to Mona Foma 2024

There’s a healthy chaos to Mona Foma. Like Mona (Tasmania’s Museum of Old and New Art) itself, the festival blends humour and absurdity with art from musicians and artists from around the world, stretching beyond the museum walls into Hobart and Launceston. Festival director and Violent Femmes bassist Brian Ritchie has seen Mona Foma into its 16th year, and knows to embrace the chaos and unpredictability – like letting 2024 festival headliner Queens of the Stone Age book themselves. Brian joins ...

Feb 12, 202423 minSeason 1Ep. 137
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