Old Boys View
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.
Episodes
17 episodes
Gerard Windsor (OR1962) Writer/Thinker
Gerard Windsor is a man of letters. He was school Dux in consecutive years, a Jesuit seminarian, writer of novels, essays, biographies, reviews, journalism, and other pieces of non fiction. He's a voracious reader, a deep thinker, and a terrifi...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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55:44
Iain Payten (OR1994) Journalist
For the past two and a half decades Iain has been writing about many different subjects, mostly sport... rugby union in particular. He has tales to tell about working his way up through a demanding craft, newsroom culture, life abroad... and he...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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55:25
Tony Abbott AC (OR1975) Politician
Tony's journey to becoming Australia's 28th Prime Minister took him through Student politics at the University of Sydney, to Oxford, to a journalism career, then through the climb through the ranks in both government and opposition. Whether he'...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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44:30
Mark Lamprell (OR1976) Novelist/Film Maker/Screenwriter/Painter
A prolific storyteller who, for over four decades has explored his craft through the camera, the keyboard, and the paintbrush. His film credits include 'Babe Pig In The City', 'My Mother Frank', 'Goddess', 'A Few Less Men', and 'Never Too Late'...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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46:25
Ben Dobbin (OR1994) Broadcaster
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.
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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31:54
Patrick Nolan (OR1983) Artistic Director/CEO of Opera Queensland
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 influ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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42:50
Ben Fordham (OR 1994) Journalist and Broadcaster
Currently manning the breakfast slot at 2GB, Ben Fordham has a long and distinguished career in radio, television, and journalism.
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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49:19
Melvyn Morrow (SAC1959) Humanities Educator/Theatre Maker
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 h...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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28:30
Andrew Cutcliffe (OR 2003) Actor/Director/Producer/Tea Merchant
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!
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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36:31
Ric Davidson (OR 1972) Theatrical Agent
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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31:22
Carl Emberson (OR1980) Destination Creator
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!
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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29:05
Mike Hammond (OR1982) Broadcaster
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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29:31
Justin Fleming (OR1970) Playwright
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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30:31
Greg Fitzgerald (OR1977) Commercial Pilot
35 years flying jets all over the world and reinventing the way QANTAS recruit pilots, makes Greg a fascinating guest.
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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24:51
Steve Myers(OR1995) Alcohol Entrepreneur
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/
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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29:17