Episodi

  • Ep 011 1600s Rock and Roll
    Feb 9 2026

    How does a farmer form the 1600s get remembered in modern times?


    This episode made possible thanks to www.lastfarewell.com.au. A great concept in arranging funerals. Thanks so much for your support


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    5 min
  • Ep 010 The Other Adolf
    Feb 5 2026

    This Adolf was a good guy and I reckon he has reached everyone in Australia


    This episode made possible thanks to Bob and Barb Tarlau from Los Angeles. Thanks so much for your support guys.


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    5 min
  • Ep 009 The First Earl of Leicester
    Feb 2 2026

    Who was the first Earl of Leicester, and what was named after him?


    This episode made possible thanks to Mark at www.oldcarradiosfixed.com.au Check out his handywork on Facebook. You'll be amazed.


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    5 min
  • Ep 008 The Wonderful Wireless
    Jan 30 2026

    A look at how Melbourne's oldest radio stations were named


    This episode made possible thanks to independent filmmaker Matt Bolin Check out his work at www.youtube.com/@mattbolinfilmmaker.


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    8 min
  • Ep 007 Never Trust the Milkshake Man
    Jan 26 2026

    Hollywood dreams don't always come true as the two brothers in this episode discovered


    This episode made possible thanks to www.melbournevideoconversions.com.au


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    7 min
  • Ep 006 Norton the Leatherman
    Jan 21 2026

    It all started with Norton the Leatherman until Dave and Charles came along...


    This episode made possible thanks to www.oldcarradiosfixed.com.au


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    5 min
  • Ep 005 Eddie and Freddie
    Jan 14 2026

    The story of Eddie and Freddie and the business they rescued from bankruptcy.


    This episode made possible thanks to Dave Hughes (no, not the famous Australian Comedian).


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    5 min
  • Ep 004 The Tractor Building Winemaker
    Jan 11 2026

    The story of Ferruccio born on a farm but destined for more.


    This episode made possible thanks to Marty of Werribee.


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    5 min