Our Idol Archives
Mark Holden and daughter Katie have joined forces in a new podcast that goes behind the scenes of Australian Idol, the country's most beloved and popular television show of the new millennium. Our Idol Archives is a weekly podcast hosted by Mark & Katie as they chat with a former Idol contestant; talking and reminiscing about their time on the show – behind the scene stories, memorable moments and where they are now.
Podcasting since 2020 • 10 episodes
Our Idol Archives
Latest Episodes
Bobby Flynn
Bobby Flynn was one of the more eccentric performers Australian Idol saw in its time but was a huge favorite amongst fans. Bobby was wary to go on reality tv and tells us about how the producers on Idol tried to steer him away from taking risks...
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Carl Riseley
You may remember Carl Riseley from his jazz days on the fifth season of Idol but you may not be familiar with his second passion, aviation. Carl tells Mark and Katie about the tough decision to leave the music industry full time when the GFC hi...
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48:05
Courtney Murphy
Today on the show we have Courtney Murphy who placed third on Idol in 2004. Courtney is the lead vocalist in his family band, Murphy's Lore which has been gigging around WA since 1991. Unlike many other Idol alum, Courtney has been able to supp...
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