This podcast is inspired by a blue dog, so it seems fitting that in this episode we've found a dog that plays the blues! We've set up the card table in Froggy Park (Orleigh Park) by the banks of the Brisbane River in West End, as seen in the See Saw episode of Bluey. (The park is also known as the Hill End Terrace Playground). The suburb was also featured in the Markets episode where Bluey and Indy run amok at the Davies Park Markets ! Although West End has changed significantly over the past 20...
Dec 29, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 7
For many years the river city woke up to the voice of Shelley Lloyd as she read the news on ABC Radio Brisbane. A veteran reporter, Shelley has over 25 years experience as a broadcaster, and has covered both federal and state politics in Canberra and Brisbane. Shelley is also a keen photographer and is well known for her wildlife shots in and around The Gap, where she calls home. In this interview Shelley chats about life in The Gap, the history of the suburb and how residents were affected when...
Dec 27, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Bluey's Big Play The Stage Show has just premiered in Brisbane and to celebrate we spoke to Bluey composer Joff Bush . He even brought along his melodica for a little Bluey solo! Joff has been composing for the screen for many years, but his soundtrack for Bluey has given him the kind of exposure that most composers can only dream of. And it's well deserved, with his music setting the stage for the beautiful imagery and storytelling that we see in Bluey. Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that expl...
Dec 21, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode Justin & Lou have set the card table up right beside the Enoggera Reservoir in the north-western suburb of The Gap. Surrounded by hills and backing onto national park, The Gap is one of Brisbane's leafiest suburbs. The Gap is also a suburb that's inspired the soundtrack of Bluey, features a couple of the show's locations, and is home to a quiet little fellow called Bob Bilby! That's right - the original Bob Bilby calls The Gap C&K Kindy home, and we'll talk to Anne Kerr w...
Dec 20, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Anne Kerr has been an educator at The Gap C&K Kindy for over three decades. The Gap Kindy is also home to the original Bob Bilby as featured in Bluey. Bob was found in a container full of puppets around 20 years ago and as Anne said - "he just jumped out and seemed to come to life". He's a determined Bilby and want's Aussie kids to know that the Bilby is an endangered species and he also wants to become the official Easter Bilby for Australia. In Season 1 of Bluey both Bob and Anne featured ...
Dec 20, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family. After a year of disruptions that saw the cancellation of Bluey's Big Play The Stage Show earlier this year, the production will be launching its national tour, kicking off at QPAC in Brisbane on December 22nd through to January 10th 2021. The great news is that due to COVID restrictions being lifted, QPAC can operate at 100% capacity, which will mean fresh tickets to the show are availble now throu...
Dec 12, 2020•21 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family. After a year of disruptions that saw the cancellation of Bluey's Big Play The Stage Show earlier this year, the production will be launching its national tour, kicking off at QPAC in Brisbane on December 22nd through to January 10th 2021. The great news is that due to COVID restrictions being lifted, QPAC can operate at 100% capacity, which will mean fresh tickets being available shortly. Sign up t...
Dec 08, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Ferny Grove is home to the Brisbane Tramway Museum , which is dedicated to keeping the history of Brisbane's trams alive. Peter Hyde is the Museum President, and has been involved with the organisation for over 50 years. He spoke to Bluey's Brisbane about the history of trams in Brisbane, and what you can expect from a visit. The Brisbane Tramway Museum is open every Sunday afternoon from 12:30 to 4pm. The museum recommends you allow around two hours to experience everything that is on offer. Th...
Nov 27, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family. In this episode Justin and Lou have set up the card table in the north west of Brisbane in the suburb of Ferny Grove at the Aqua Park on Samford Road. The Aqua Park is right next to 'The Dump' as seen on Bluey, and just down the road from Hammerbarn. The Keperra Bunnings is the real life inspiration for Hammerbarn, with it's fake grass, decorative flamingoes and pizza ovens. There's also a nice con...
Nov 23, 2020•21 min•Season 1Ep. 4
When we caught up with former Brisbane Deputy Lord Mayor David Hinchliffe in his Fortitude Valley studio, he mentioned that the current vide game industry in Brisbane was a direct result of the music scene in the mid to late 90's. In the 90's Dave McCormack was well known as the frontman for Brisbane indie band Custard, who'd had a string of hits on the ABC youth network Triple J. Custard were regulars on the Australian festival circuit, with appearances at the Big Day Out, Livid Festival and Ho...
Nov 21, 2020•4 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family. In this episode Justin and Lou have bagged one of the best spots in town, setting up the card table on the banks of the Brisbane River just next to the Powerhouse. You will know the setting from the Bluey episode Spy Game, where the kids play under the Moreton Bay Figs while the grown ups enjoy a BBQ. This episode is all about the suburbs of New Farm, Newstead and Teneriffe; suburbs who have risen ...
Oct 25, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 3
David Hinchliffe is a world renowned artist and former Deputy Lord Mayor of Brisbane. We had a great time visiting David in his Fortitude Valley studio and hearing his unique take on Brisbane - especially the renewed interest in the city. That's something he is a huge part of along with author Trent Dalton (Boy Swallows Universe) and of course Bluey. Find out why David loves watching Bluey with his grandkids, his involvement with the redevelopment of the Powerhouse and establishment of the Story...
Oct 25, 2020•20 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family. In this episode Justin and Lou have set up the card table just outside the entrance to the Taylor Range Club in Ashgrove. The club was the setting for the Bluey episode 'Squash', where Bandit and Uncle Stripe duke it out on the court, with sibling rivalry cranked to 11. We'll speak to club manager Michael about how a Bluey location gets scouted, and find out which rock star Justin 'knew' before the...
Sep 17, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Tim Scott is an expert on the history of St Bridgid's Church and also the suburbs of Red Hill and Spring Hill. In this interview Tim speaks about what life was like for many Irish immigrants as they arrived in Brisbane in the late 1800's, the building of the church and the role it played in the local community.
Sep 14, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real world of your favourite Heeler family. Whether you call Brisbane home, are planning a trip, or just want to find out more about the city that inspired the hit TV show, we'll help inspire the ultimate Bluey day out. In the first episode Justin and Lou have set the card table up at the top of Red Hill, and discuss why this inner city suburb is the most likely candidate for where Bluey and the Heelers live. They'll discover some of the history ...
Sep 12, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 1
