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Betoota Talks

The Betoota Advocatewww.betootaadvocate.com
Clancy Overell and Errol Parker, editors of the explicitly raw but iconic Outback Australian newspaper known as The Betoota Advocate report fiercely - without fear or favour.
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Episodes

WEEKLY BULLETIN: Saving Lives While Being Spat On Probably Worth A Pay Rise, Surgeon Votes Green For The First Time, Gladiator 2 Brings The Goods for Mums And Daughters & Swans Nervous About Losing Fans To Wallabies

Wendell Hussey, Errol Parker and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 15, 20247 minSeason 4Ep. 88

INTERVIEW: Paul Kelly on his new album 'Fever Longing Still'

Paul Kelly is one of Australia’s most treasured singer-songwriters as well as being a great friend of The Betoota Advocate over the year. This time he joins us to talk about his newest album Fever Longing Still and the upcoming film adaptation of his iconic tune How To Make Gravy. After the chat, PK performs one of his new songs All Those Smiling Faces. Album is out now and it's some classic PK. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 10, 202429 minSeason 4Ep. 87

WEEKLY BULLETIN: Billionaires Help Billionaire Get Elected, Woman Eases Suffering With Twilight, Coalition Says No Free Lunch & Ice Cream With Milo Always A Winner

Wendell Hussey, Errol Parker and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 08, 20249 minSeason 4Ep. 86

INTERVIEW: Joe Aston

Over the last few years, QANTAS has become a toxic brand in the eyes of Australians - and for good reason. The illegal sackings, the price gouging, the blaming of passengers for logistical f*ck ups. This week, The Betoota Advocate talks to the man who had detailed this catastrophic downfall. Joe Aston’s ‘The Chairman’s Lounge’ is one of the most explosive books of the year - detailing the scandals and drama of Australia’s once favourite airlines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

Nov 03, 202452 minSeason 4Ep. 85

WEEKLY BULLETIN: Albo Moves Above Petersham Pub, Barnaby Defends Free Rex Upgrades, Kings Cross Coke Sign Updated & 12-Year-Old Given Adult Time For Insider Trading

Wendell Hussey, Errol Parker and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 01, 20249 minSeason 4Ep. 84

INTERVIEW: John Safran

John Safran returns to the Desert Rock FM studios to sit down with Clancy and Wendell and talk us through how he ended up squatting in Kanye West's abandoned mansion. At a time of immense political divide in the US, Safran entered the chaos in a way that only he could. His new book is called SQUAT: A Week Squatting at Kanye's Mansion, and it's out now See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 27, 202436 minSeason 4Ep. 83

WEEKLY BULLETIN: Free Speech Advocates Go Missing, Woman Seeks Reassurance From Unhinged Friend, PM Bonds with King over Public Housing & 6 Halloween Costumes for QLD Women

Wendell Hussey, Errol Parker and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Oct 25, 202410 minSeason 4Ep. 82

INTERVIEW: Filmmaker Jaydon Martin

Jaydon Martin is one of Australia's most exciting new directors following his debut feature film Flathead. Set in the town of Bundaberg, this docufiction explores regional Australian life in ways that are equal parts poetic and beautiful as they are harsh and sobering. Jaydon spoke to fellow rural Queenslanders Wendell and Clancy about his inspiration for the film and the audience reception since its release. Flathead will be screening at select cinemas and festivals over the next two weeks: Syd...

Oct 20, 202437 minSeason 4Ep. 81

WEEKLY BULLETIN: Royals Visiting Australia, Dutton Quiet About Property Portfolio, Man With Kid Hobbies At Peace & Cat Found Alive After Rattling Biscuits

Wendell Hussey, Clancy Overell and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Oct 18, 20249 minSeason 4Ep. 80

INTERVIEW: Deposed former CFMEU Leader Jade Ingham

Queensland-based former CFMEU National President, Jade Ingham joins The Betoota Advocate podcast this week. He's currently removed from his role, as the trade union gets forced into administration by the Albanese Government. Ingham explains what the CFMEU is, what it stands for, and what drew him to the union movement. He argues that the CFMEU has been stitched up by 60 Minutes and the Nine Newspapers - and that all 100,000 plus members feel betrayed by the Labor Party. See omnystudio.com/listen...

Oct 13, 202457 minSeason 4Ep. 78

WEEKLY BULLETIN: Former Symbols Of Middle-Class Now Sign Of Generational Wealth, Scottish Powderfinger Imitation Announce Aussie Shows, Corporate Alpha Female Finds Natural Partner & Byron Tradie “Flat Out”

Wendell Hussey, Clancy Overell and Errol Parker wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Oct 11, 202411 minSeason 4Ep. 79

INTERVIEW: Dave 'Hughesy' Hughes

He's been on our TV screens for decades, but have you ever heard Hughesy talk shit without having to worry about a PG rating? Well here's your chance. The stalwart of Australian stand up comedy talks to The Betoota Advocate about his long road from Warrnambool to Perth, to ROVE LIVE to The Project to becoming a blood donor. Some rather relaxed and humorous yarns in this podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 06, 202445 minSeason 4Ep. 77

WEEKLY BULLETIN: Linen Shirts At Half Mast In Bondi, Frying Onions and Garlic Smells Amazing, Last Young Irish Person Leaves for Australia & Photoshoot Suggests Mum Finalised Divorce

Effie Bateman, Clancy Overell and Errol Parker wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Oct 04, 202410 minSeason 4Ep. 76

2024 NRL GRAND FINAL SPECIAL Ft. Willie Mason & Justin Horo

Scope And Mase are back on the Betoota Advocate Podcast to discuss the LAST week of the 2024 NRL season. Big Willie describes his thoughts after attending his first ever AFL Grand Final in Melbourne over the weekend, before discussing the importance of Mad Mondays. Extreme rugby league punditry follows. Melbourne Vs Penrith. It's a 2020 rematch. WHO WILL WIN? Sign the petition to stop the logging of the proposed Great Koala National Park here! Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on ...

Sep 30, 202436 minSeason 4Ep. 75

WEEKLY BULLETIN: VIC, SA & WA Just Don’t Get AFL, Qantas Leaning Into Reputation as Putrid Dogs, Woolies Offer ACCC Vintage Ooshie & Finance Bro Says He’s “Burnt Out”

Wendell Hussey, Clancy Overell and Errol Parker wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Sign the petition to stop the logging of the proposed Great Koala National Park here! Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Sep 27, 202411 minSeason 4Ep. 74

2024 AFL GRAND FINAL SPECIAL Ft. 'Kick It Forward'

This week, The Betoota Advocate dive into the hype, stereotypes, and frustrations that exist in Aussie Rules. Who better to discuss it with than the degenerate Aussie Rules fans from Kick It Forward. We talk Queensland and NSW Supremacy, 'Vic Bias', the scandal disparity with the NRL and the glory days of Benny Cousin's Eagles. It's called AFLM by the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 23, 202427 minSeason 4Ep. 73

WEEKLY BULLETIN: Gen Z Emerges From Locked Down Youth To Online Uni and No Festivals, Generationally Wealthy Man Bravely Quits Job, Aussie In Nicest Part of London Sees Herself Living There & Local Girl Reinforces Superiority By Showing Off Qantas Club

Wendell Hussey, Clancy Overell and Errol Parker wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Sep 20, 202413 minSeason 4Ep. 72

INTERVIEW: Michael Klim

With the Olympics and Paralympics wrapped up, the nation continues to bask in the golden glory from a record breaking games. This week we’re joined by gold medal hero Michael Klim, who offers up tales from his childhood through to the Sydney Olympics including his iconic air guitar celebrations, a chance encounter with Aussie royalty while watching Cathy win gold, and plenty more great yarns. His new book KLIM details his life story as well as his current battle with a rare autoimmune disease, a...

Sep 15, 202450 minSeason 4Ep. 71

WEEKLY BULLETIN: Royal Commission Discovers War Not Great For Mental Health, War Expo Surprisingly Unpopular In Melbourne, HR Weaponises RUOK Day & Local Couple Actually Marries Locally

Wendell Hussey, Clancy Overell and Errol Parker wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Sep 13, 202411 minSeason 4Ep. 70

INTERVIEW: Tyler Hubbard

Tyler Hubbard is one of the biggest country music stars in the world, and he dialed into the Betoota Advocate studios for a chat with Wendell Hussey and Effie Batemen. After finding worldwide success as part of the duo Florida Georgia Line, Tyler has now set out on a solo career with his self-titled debut album released in 2023, and Strong released earlier this year. He'll be arriving on our shores next month to play six shows as part of a world tour. The Tour kicks off on October 6th at Melbour...

Sep 08, 202423 minSeason 4Ep. 69

WEEKLY BULLETIN: Gas-Rich Nation Begins Importing Gas, Albo Tries To Relate To The Kids, The English Supergroup Reunion That We Really Want & Local Girl Stakes Claim Through Instagram Comment

Wendell Hussey, Clancy Overell and Errol Parker wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Sep 06, 202410 minSeason 4Ep. 68

INTERVIEW: Isi 'Dokx' Fitikefu

You've heard of WWE, you've heard of UFC, you've seen the renaissance of Australian boxing with the Tszyu brothers - now it's time to cheer on the Australians in ONE CHAMPIONSHIP. The Betoota Advocate talks to Sydney's Isi Fitikefu about his upcoming bout against Hiroyuki “Japanese Beast” Tetsuka in ONE’s welterweight MMA division on September 6. This is Isi's first podcast interview, and it shows by his shyness with the early questions. But by about halfway through, he's on fire. Giving us the ...

Sep 01, 202428 minSeason 4Ep. 67

WEEKLY BULLETIN: Banks Strangely Not Placed Into Administration, Momentary Pause in CFMEU Protests, Curtis Stone’s New Ad Campaign, Struggling Mum Turns To A Life Of Crime & Local Woman Finds Loophole For Guilt-Free Vaping

Wendell Hussey, Clancy Overell and Errol Parker wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 30, 202413 minSeason 4Ep. 66

INTERVIEW: Bernard Fanning & Paul Dempsey

Two of Australia's musical royalty have joined forces to form a new outfit - Fanning Dempsey National Park. Powderfinger's Bernard Fanning and Something For Kate's Paul Dempsey stopped by the Desert Rock FM studio to talk through their illustrious careers, what brought them together, and obviously, their favourite national parks. Their new album The Deluge is out now and their nationwide tour kicks off on the 11th of October. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 25, 202443 minSeason 4Ep. 65

INTERVIEW: Grinspoon's Phil Jamieson

After 12 years off the tools, Aussie rock icons Grinspoon are back with a new album and a 46-date tour around almost every town in Australia (except Betoota). Lead singer Phil Jamieson stopped by the Desert Rock FM studio to regale us with tales from the band's 30-year history, as well as the ambitious amount of booze on their tour rider. Their new album Whatever, Whatever is out now and their tour kicks off on the 17th of September. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 18, 202440 minSeason 4Ep. 63

SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Larry Emdur

He's been in our lives for as long as we can remember and we can never get enough of him. Larry Emdur has been a regular face on our TV screens for over three decades as the host of EVERYTHING. Ahead of TVs night of nights, the Logies on Sunday, Larry takes us on a journey through his career from humble beginnings as a Bondi copy boy to his Gold Logie nomination. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 15, 202427 minSeason 4Ep. 61

INTERVIEW: Amy Shark

This week Betoota Talks is graced by the presence of Former Gold Coast Titans video editor and current music superstar Amy Shark. From the sticky pubs floors of the Gold Coast to the very top of the music game, enjoy our chat with Amy and how it's all going as she releases her third studio album Sunday Sadness, which is out now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 11, 202439 minSeason 4Ep. 60

WEEKLY BULLETIN: What Getting Off Tik Tok Can Do For a Kid, Strict Muslim Nation Surprisingly Not Woke, Australia Remembers An Icon and The Benefits of Polyamory

Clancy Overell, Errol Parker and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 09, 202412 minSeason 4Ep. 59
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