Old Boys View: Recent Episodes
Laurence Coy
Don't know what you want to do for a living? Don't know how to get started? Don't know what the job involves on a day to day basis? This is the podcast for you. You'll hear from a huge variety of professionals about what they do, how they got there, what challenges they face, and what keeps them going.
With a deep love of the Australian bush, Rugby League, and the people who live in this wide brown land, Ben Dobbin has a great story to tell.
In this episode we hear about Patrick's journey from boy soprano, to enthusiastic student actor, to freelance theatre director, to running a small physical theatre company, to helming Opera Queensland. He discusses the power of music, his influences, the 'how's and whys' of curating an opera season, and the management skills he's picked up along the way.
Currently manning the breakfast slot at 2GB, Ben Fordham has a long and distinguished career in radio, television, and journalism.
Melvyn taught English and ran the co-curricular drama program at Riverview for over thirty years. He's mentored many boys into careers in the arts and thrills at their success. He's also an incredibly successful theatre maker whose work has played to packed houses all over Australia and internationally.
Andrew is a very successful actor who has moved into producing films. In this conversation, he describes the why, the what, and the how of being a producer... and the importance of a good cup of tea!
Ever wonder how actors are managed? How they find out about auditions? Who negotiates their contracts and nurtures their careers. Listen to this episode and hear about the nuts and bolts of how an agency works and how to find work in this field.
In more than 30 years in the hospitality industry, Carl has worked all over the world in many capacities. His many experiences and stories make this episode essential listening... we're just not sure if he actually works or just has fun!
https://carlemberson.com/
Mike Hammond is one of Australia's best known and much loved broadcasters. He's had a wonderful career in radio and television that extends over three decades.
With over twenty professional productions of his plays, in Australia, Canada, the USA, France, and Poland, Justin has some great stories to tell... as well as terrific insight into his craft.
35 years flying jets all over the world and reinventing the way QANTAS recruit pilots, makes Greg a fascinating guest.
Since leaving school Steve has followed his nose with passion and curiosity. It's led him to many interesting lands and experiences. He is passionate about mezcal and has many a story to tell.
https://www.ilegalmezcal.com/
Justin Martin lives in Northern Ireland. He directs film, television, and theatre in the UK, Europe, the USA... and occasionally Australia.
https://www.justinjmartin.com/
Richard Payten runs Transmission Films. He has a remarkable story to tell about his participation in the journey of many of the films you know - from words on a page to when you see it on the screen.
https://www.transmissionfilms.com.au/