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Mister Brisbane

As heard on Reading Radio, Spencer Howson and Brett Debritz read and discuss the weekly Mister Brisbane newsletter.

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Episodes

My video adventure

Welcome to this experimental post. It’s a video explaining why I may be doing more videos in the future. Let me know if you like it and whether you would like to see more of this kind of thing. Coming soon: commentary on the radio ratings due out on Thursday. ©2025 Brett Debritz. If I’ve inadvertently used copyrighted material, failed to give credit where it’s due, written or said something you disagree with, or otherwise upset or unexpectedly delighted you, please leave a comment, email me or c...

Apr 26, 20255 min

I'm (almost) back

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Aug 30, 202318 sec

Mister Brisbane: End of an era

Last but not least, the final Mister Brisbane reading by Brett Debritz. Stay tuned for something new. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Aug 17, 202114 min

Mister Brisbane: Our biggest blunders

Brett Debritz reads the newsletter that asks: "Which crazy town-planning or development idea would you want to reverse?" This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Aug 10, 202115 min

Mister Brisbane: An error of Olympic proportions?

Why I'm having second thoughts about Brisbane 2032. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Aug 03, 202114 min

Mister Brisbane: The B list

Naming names, the Way to go (or not) and my welcome to the dark, sorry, south side This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Jul 27, 202115 min

Mister Brisbane: Who let the cat out?

Cruisin', lovin' and rememberin'. And why not bring back Warana? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Jul 20, 202114 min

Mister Brisbane: (I'm) Stranded

Why I can't cruise. What's wrong with kids today? And why are some people unkind? Ep 48 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Jul 13, 202114 min

Mister Brisbane: All by myself

Brett Debritz contemplates loneliness, being alone and buying an iPad. Ep 47 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Jul 06, 202115 min

Mister Brisbane: City versus country

Where I resist baked products, wonder who names their houses these days and, as a bonus, share some secrets about Thailand. Ep 46 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Jun 29, 202114 min

Mister Brisbane: Off my trolley

Where I get a pizza the brand-name action, become a dating superstar and answer your questions about cruises. Ep 45 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Jun 22, 202115 min

Mister Brisbane: My day on Moreton Bay

Is the island life for me? And why do we celebrate Christmas in July? Ep 44 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Jun 15, 202114 min

Mister Brisbane: My loyalty points addiction

Not the meaning of life, the universe and everything. Ep 42. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Jun 08, 202113 min

Mister Brisbane: Switch off

Brett Debritz drives to Ipswich, turns back and contemplates: are our CBDs in danger of becoming ghost towns? Ep 42 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Jun 01, 202114 min

Mister Brisbane: Pier appears to have two names

Brett Debritz asks: is it the Shorncliffe Pier or the Sandgate Pier? Does it matter? Ep 41 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

May 25, 202115 min

Mister Brisbane: A pain in the arm

Brett Debritz says: "I've done my bit to stop the pandemic. What about you?" Also: what's a smart pole? Ep 40. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

May 18, 202114 min

Mister Brisbane: Moving blues

Brett Debritz is boxing up his life and starting over. And other stories. ep 39 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

May 13, 202115 min

Mister Brisbane: Brunch at Bunnings

Brett Debritz asks: "Would you like hardware with that?" This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

May 04, 202114 min

Mister Brisbane: Settling in

Brett Debritz reads from the Mister Brisbane newsletter: Out with the old, in with the new. And why I hate supermarket self-service. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Apr 27, 202114 min

Mister Brisbane: Drinking and dating

The one where Brett Debritz drinks beer and exposes all the online romance scams. Ep36 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Apr 19, 202115 min

Mister Brisbane: Looking for love

Brett Debritz on romance scams, rail grinding and why travel is better than TV. Ep 35. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Apr 13, 202115 min

Mister Brisbane: Relocation, records, radio and railways

As heard on Reading Radio, the newsletter that does the talking for you. Ep 34. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Apr 06, 202115 min

Mister Brisbane: Too many Centrals

Brett Debritz reads about railway stations, radio stations and road safety. Ep 33 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Mar 30, 202115 min

Mister Brisbane: Memories and moving out

Brett Debritz goes on the shopping trip he had to have. And other things. Ep 32 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Mar 23, 202114 min

Mister Brisbane: Trolley test and trolling Eric Idle

Brett Debritz's car-park capers, a lament about suburban renewal, and an online encounter with a Monty Python star. Ep 31 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Mar 16, 202115 min

Mister Brisbane: Cruising cops a bruising

Brett Debritz on cruises, comedy, radio and retro. Yes, it's the difficult 30th episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Mar 09, 202114 min

Mister Brisbane: Heritage matters

The rules that determine a building's heritage status, some radio history and settling the am-pm debate. Ep 29. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Mar 02, 202114 min

Mister Brisbane: Closing time's too late

Brett Debritz gets up early, drives through the Valley, and ponders pokies, time, food and seasoning. Ep 28. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Feb 23, 202115 min

Mister Brisbane: History with jam on top

Brett Debritz discovers Brisbane's lost cities, towns and shires, listens to the radio and discusses your feedback. Ep 27 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Feb 16, 202115 min

Mister Brisbane: Scones and swears

Brett Debritz reveals how to eat morning tea, how to curse politely, and where to go Ep 26 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com

Feb 09, 202113 min
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